Staff Reports
The recent revelations from acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe have exposed a staggering level of incompetence that should send shivers down the spine of any American concerned about security. During a Senate committee investigation of the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump, Rowe didn’t mince words about the shameful neglect surrounding the incident. He openly acknowledged that the rooftop from which the would-be assassin fired shots at Trump was alarmingly unprotected. This shocking admission raises serious questions about the state of security for public officials under the current administration.
In his testimony, Rowe elaborated on his visit to the scene of the July 13 rally. He took a prone position on the same rooftop that the shooter used, presumably to assess how someone could gain such an advantageous and dangerous perspective. What he found was nothing short of alarming, a failure that even a rookie could identify. As a seasoned law enforcement officer with a 25-year career in the Secret Service, Rowe conveyed his disappointment in the lack of adequate security measures, a lapse that is truly inexcusable, especially when dealing with the safety of a former president and current GOP nominee.
Acting Secret Service Directors ‘Ashamed’ of Colossal Roof Security Failure
“I cannot defend why that roof was not better secured.”
RONALD ROWE: “I went to the roof of the AGR building where the assailant fired shots, and I laid in a prone position to evaluate his line of… pic.twitter.com/dyCq411FXI
— The Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@VigilantFox) July 30, 2024
Rowe’s comments highlight a systemic failure within the ranks of not just the Secret Service but also the broader Biden administration. He stated a clear need for enhanced security measures and indicated that suggestions from Trump’s campaign for increased protective personnel were overlooked. If the administration can’t manage that simple request, what does it say about their commitment to keeping our leaders safe? The incompetence exhibited by those in charge is both mind-boggling and indicative of a larger problem: a lack of accountability and leadership at the highest levels.
As the hearings unfold, new facts continue to emerge—each one more alarming than the last. It appears the gunman was on the authorities’ radar a full 90 minutes before he opened fire. He even used an HVAC unit to gain access to the roof. This is not just a failure on the part of the Secret Service but a chilling reminder of how far the nation’s security protocols have fallen under this administration. If this is how they handle the safety of a former president, what can citizens expect for their safety?
This week’s developments are already causing ripples through the ranks, as former Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned in light of this disaster. More resignations are anticipated as the fallout from this shameful chapter continues. The Biden administration, known for its reluctance to take responsibility—just look at the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan—is now being confronted with the grim reality of its own failures. The American people deserve better than the slapstick security measures that have come to define this administration’s approach. It is time for serious reform and accountability, or the country may find itself facing even darker days ahead.
