A Democratic congressman has called for the U.S. Secret Service to enhance the protective perimeter around former President Donald Trump following a second assassination attempt on Sunday. Rep. Ro Khanna of California emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that two assassination attempts within a span of 60 days are unacceptable.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer commended the Secret Service for their swift response in ensuring Trump's safety and reiterated that political violence has no place in the country. Schumer emphasized the need for the perpetrator to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell also condemned political violence, with Jeffries stressing that such acts have no place in a democratic society.
Republican Senator Rick Scott, a Trump 2024 campaign surrogate, expressed his support for Trump and law enforcement following the incident. The FBI confirmed that Trump was the target of another assassination attempt at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, just weeks after a previous attempt in Pennsylvania.
The Secret Service agents on duty noticed a rifle aimed at Trump from a distance and took immediate action, leading to the apprehension of the suspect. The incident has raised concerns about the effectiveness of Secret Service protective operations.
Despite the alarming situation, Trump reassured his supporters of his safety and unwavering determination. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava also condemned the violence, emphasizing that such acts contradict American values.
The incident has sparked discussions on enhancing security measures for former presidents and political figures to prevent future threats and ensure their safety.
