Local police officer who encountered would-be assassin of former President Donald Trump tried to grab the gun but fell, injuring himself. Media outlets wrongly blaming local officers. Officer in bad mental shape. Officer was not in a position to engage but did not retreat.
Key Points
Local officers were only on traffic control duty
Officer was not in a position to engage the suspect
Officer did not retreat despite being vulnerable
Pros
Officer showed bravery and tried to protect others
Setting the record straight on the officer's actions