‘Inexcusable’: Homeland Security Committee Chair on Trump Shooting At Senate Hearing

Senator Gary Peters, a Democrat from Michigan and Chair of the Homeland Security Committee, lambasted the recent attack at a Trump rally, citing severe security failures that allowed a gunman to access the roof of the venue and fire multiple rounds before being neutralized.

"This was an attack on our democracy," declared Peters, visibly impassioned. "Americans must feel safe attending political events and expressing their beliefs without fear of violence." The senator emphasized the duty to ensure the safety of political candidates, especially those vying for the presidency.

Peters labeled the incident a "shocking reminder" of the persistent threat of political violence in the United States, stressing that such lapses in security planning are "inexcusable." He pointedly criticized what he described as "problematic" communication practices and demanded transparency regarding the resources deployed by the Secret Service at the rally, including the presence and readiness of counter-sniper teams.

"We need clear answers," Peters asserted, highlighting the urgency of rectifying security protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future. As the hearing progressed, senators from both parties echoed Peters' concerns, pledging bipartisan efforts to strengthen security measures surrounding political events.