Mike Waltz stirs debate as he claims Alejandro Mayorkas denied requests for more protection for Trump
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TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA: A House Republican representative contended that Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas refused former president Donald Trump's request for stronger Secret Service protection on multiple occasions.
Rep Mike Waltz (R-Fla.) made the charge hours after the 78-year-old MAGA figurehead was grazed by a bullet in his right ear during his Saturday, July 13, rally in Pennsylvania, according to Fox News.
I have very reliable sources telling me there have been repeated requests for stronger secret service protection for President Trump.
— Rep. Mike Waltz (@michaelgwaltz) July 14, 2024
Denied by Secretary Mayorkas. https://t.co/RazOVcJgCk
The Sunshine State lawmaker wrote on X, "I have very reliable sources telling me there have been repeated requests for stronger secret service protection for President Trump. Denied by Secretary Mayorkas.”
What did House Homeland Security Committee say about stronger protection requests for Donald Trump?
A source informed the aforementioned outlet that the House Homeland Security Committee intends to investigate accusations that former president Trump was denied increased Secret Service security prior to the weekend rally in the Keystone State.
"The Committee has seen these reports, as well, and are going to be conducting thorough oversight into what happened both leading up to and in the immediate aftermath of the attempted assassination of President Trump. Obviously, such reports are deeply troubling and demand investigation," the source claimed.
![Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump pumps his fist as he is rushed offstage by U.S. Secret Service agents after being grazed by a bullet during a rally on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania. Butler County district attorney Richard Goldinger said the shooter is dead after injuring former U.S. President Donald Trump, killing one audience member and injuring another in the shooting. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)](https://pisco-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/3edf4ba7-0820-4fc8-9678-a6fb9365c843.jpg)
At the Saturday campaign event for the 2024 presumptive Republican presidential nominee in Butler, Pennsylvania, a gunman opened fire, resulting in one rally-goer being killed and two others being wounded, as reported by the Secret Service. The assailant was also fatally shot.
Rep Mike Waltz, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, declined to provide further elaboration on his accusations when contacted by the aforementioned outlet.
![WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 16: U.S. Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) speaks during a press conference on Capitol Hill with members of The American Legion on June 16, 2021 in Washington, DC. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are working with groups like The American Legion to push for the Biden Administration to approve the evacuation of Afghans who assisted American forces during the war in Afghanistan before the September 11th troop withdrawal deadline. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Getty Images)](http://d2r3ijz46v2k0u.cloudfront.net/e89d78b3-80be-44fc-a06d-6e1bd870f7ad.jpg)
Additionally, House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) publicly urged Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheadle to testify before his panel.
Rep James Comer stated on X, "The Oversight Committee will send a formal invitation soon."
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— Rep. James Comer (@RepJamesComer) July 14, 2024
I have already contacted the Secret Service for a briefing and am also calling on Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to appear for a hearing. The Oversight Committee will send a formal invitation soon.
My prayers are with President Trump and the victims of the…
Following the shooting, the ex-POTUS issued a statement on Truth Social expressing gratitude to law enforcement officials and offering condolences for the individual who lost their life.
"I want to thank The United States Secret Service, and all of Law Enforcement, for their rapid response on the shooting that just took place in Butler, Pennsylvania. Most importantly, I want to extend my condolences to the family of the person at the Rally who was killed, and also to the family of another person that was badly injured," Trump wrote.
He continued, "It is incredible that such an act can take place in our Country. Nothing is known at this time about the shooter, who is now dead. I was shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear. I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin. Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening."
“GOD BLESS AMERICA!” the former president said in conclusion to his post.
Internet reacts to Mike Waltz's accusations against Alejandro Mayorkas
People online shared their thoughts and opinions surrounding the House Intelligence Committee member's claim that Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas rejected former President Donald Trump's request for stronger Secret Service protection on multiple occasions before Saturday's assassination attempt.
One X user remarked, "These people are evil!"
Another user claimed, "Mayorkas is responsible."
Another user wrote, "Of course he did! They wanted this."
One X user said, "Mayorkas should be arrested and tried as accessory to assassination attempt."
Mayorkas should be arrested and tried as accessory to assassination attempt
— BigBossJBB😈😈 (@junior_beasley) July 14, 2024
Another user argued, "Looked like he had plenty of protection including a tactical team that took the suspect out."
Looked like he had plenty of protection including a tactical team that took the suspect out.
— Andromeda (@AndromedaSmiles) July 14, 2024
Finally, this user tweeted, "This is just gets more and more unbelievable."
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