Staffer's Controversial Comments on Trump Assassination Attempt

A staffer for Rep. Bennie Thompson expressed disappointment that former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt at a rally. The staffer was fired, and Thompson emphasized that there is no room for political violence in American democracy.

Political Reaction to Failed Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

Jacqueline Marsaw, a field director for Rep. Bennie Thompson, expressed disappointment in a now-deleted Facebook post that a shooter failed to assassinate former President Donald Trump. Thompson introduced legislation that would take away Trump's Secret Service protection upon conviction. Thompson condemned political violence and expressed gratitude for law enforcement's response to the incident.

Legislation Targeting Former President Donald Trump

Rep. Bennie Thompson introduced legislation targeting former President Donald Trump to remove his Secret Service protection upon conviction. Trump was the victim of an assassination attempt during a rally. The legislation aims to ensure protectees serve their prison sentences without special treatment.