At a rally in California on October 12, Trump criticized the Biden administration’s policies.
Another assassination attempt is suspected against former US president and Republican Party presidential candidate Donald Trump. According to CNN, Trump was speaking at a rally in Coachella, California on Saturday, October 12. Meanwhile, an armed man was arrested by security forces.
Police recovered a shotgun, a loaded handgun and a high-capacity magazine from the suspect’s black SUV. Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco said he had fake press and VIP passes, which aroused suspicion.
Police said Sunday the 49-year-old defendant’s name was Wem Miller. Suspect Miller was charged with two counts of weapons possession and was released on $5,000 bail. He will be in court on January 2, 2025. The Riverside County Sheriff will hold a press conference soon to provide full details on the case.
In fact, Trump was shot while addressing a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, three months ago. At the same time, on September 16, an attempted fatal attack on Trump was attempted. Trump was playing at the International Golf Club in Palm Beach County, Florida at the time. Then the Secret Service agent in charge of his security saw a person hiding in the bushes with a gun.
Secret Service agents were deployed to protect Trump at his Saturday rally.
Secret Service said there was no impact on Trump’s security The Secret Service, responsible for the security of the US president, released a statement on Sunday regarding the incident. The Secret Service said the incident had no impact on Trump’s security. The security team deployed during the gathering and local partners cooperated well.
Several checkpoints to reach the assembly ground After the arrest of a gunman at the Trump rally, security for journalists and VIP ticket holders who came to the rally was increased. He had to go through several layers of security checks to reach the assembly ground. All vehicles were also strictly checked. Each vehicle was checked by U.S. K-9 officers.
Who is the accused Wem Miller? According to media reports, Wem Miller is a registered Republican. He completed his master’s studies at UCLA University. He has long been associated with groups supported by the right. He is known for his criticism of the policies of the current American Democratic government. Miller also contested the 2022 Nevada State Assembly election.
Wem Miller has a long-time association with the Republican Party and advocates for gun rights on social media.
July 13: Bullet grazes Trump’s ear
As soon as Trump began speaking, gunshots were heard. Trump touched his ear and leaned in.
On July 13, Trump was attacked while addressing a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Meanwhile, a bullet had hit Trump’s ear. The attacker was identified as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks. He had fired 8 rounds from an AR-15 rifle. The attacker was killed by Secret Service agents immediately after the shooting.
September 16: an attacker hides in a golf club with a rifle
Donald Trump often plays golf at his golf course in Florida. (archive photo)
An attempted attack on Trump took place on September 16. Trump was playing at the International Golf Club in Palm Beach County, Florida. That’s when the Secret Service agent in charge of his security spotted a suspect hiding in the bushes. He had an AK-47 type rifle and a Go Pro camera. The gun was pointed at the golf course. …
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