An assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump was narrowly averted, highlighting serious security lapses. The would-be shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, managed to fire multiple shots before being killed by law enforcement.
Key Points
Thomas Matthew Crooks attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania.
Law enforcement spotted the shooter, but he managed to fire multiple shots before being killed.
The Secret Service confirmed the threat just before Trump took the stage.
Pros
Law enforcement acted swiftly to neutralize the threat and protect the former president.
Cons
Serious security lapses allowed the shooter to get in close proximity to the former president.
The incident raises concerns about the adequacy of security measures at public events.