Tension In US As Iranian Plot To Assassinate Trump
US intelligence services have discovered a sinister scheme by Iran to assassinate former President Donald Trump.
This alarming revelation comes just days after Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt by 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, which authorities believe is unrelated to the Iranian plot, a source told CNN.
Following the disturbing news, Secret Service officials have amped up security measures surrounding Trump to protect him from any potential threats.
Recent developments have raised concerns regarding security protocols at the rally held in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday.
The intelligence threat from a hostile foreign entity and the subsequent enhancement of security measures for former President Donald Trump have prompted new questions about potential security lapses at the event.
According to a U.S. national security official, both the Secret Service and the Trump campaign were informed of the threat prior to the rally.
“Secret Service learned of the increased threat from this threat stream,” the official told CNN. “NSC directly contacted USSS at a senior level to be absolutely sure they continued to track the latest reporting. USSS shared this information with the detail lead, and the Trump campaign was made aware of an evolving threat.
“In response to the increased threat, Secret Service surged resources and assets for the protection of former President Trump. All of this was in advance of Saturday.”
In a statement, the Trump campaign team said, “The Trump campaign would not disclose whether it was made aware of the Iran threat. We do not comment on President Trump’s security detail. All questions should be directed to the United States Secret Service.”
According to individuals familiar with the matter, Secret Service officials have cautioned the Trump campaign on multiple occasions regarding the heightened risks associated with outdoor rallies.
These events pose greater security challenges due to the difficulty in controlling access, compared to alternative venues where access can be more effectively managed.
The warnings issued by the Secret Service have been of a general nature, rather than specific to any particular event.
