The House Oversight Committee, tasked with investigating matters of national importance, has summoned Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to testify following the recent attempt on former President Donald Trump's life. The incident occurred during a political rally on July 13, 2024, in Pennsylvania, where Trump narrowly escaped a gunshot aimed at his right ear.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation identified the assailant as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, who fired multiple shots, resulting in one fatality and two injuries. The shooter operated from an elevated position outside the rally venue and was swiftly neutralized by Secret Service agents.
Committee Chairman James Comer issued a statement condemning the attack and expressing solidarity with Trump and the victims. He emphasized the public's demand for answers regarding the security lapses that allowed such an incident to occur. Comer announced plans to invite Director Cheatle for a hearing to address these concerns formally.
In response to the tragic event, the FBI's Pittsburgh field office confirmed Crooks' identity through DNA analysis, given his lack of identification at the scene. The investigation continues as authorities seek to understand the circumstances and prevent future acts of political violence.
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