Trump’s First Outdoor Rally Since Assassination Attempt Has Bulletproof Glass Around Podium

Donald Trump held his first outdoor rally since the July assassination attempt on his life, with the Secret Service implementing heightened security measures. At the Asheboro rally in North Carolina, the former president stood behind bulletproof glass, a precaution taken in response to the July 13th incident in Butler, PA, where gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks fired at Trump, grazing his ear, and tragically killing an attendee named Corey Comperatore. Crooks was shot dead by a Secret Service sniper, but the incident led to significant changes in security protocols, including the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle.

In addition to the bulletproof podium, the Secret Service created a barrier using portable storage units and moving trucks to obstruct any possible views from outside the rally, ensuring no one could get a clear line of sight. This level of security is now standard for outdoor events or venues where line-of-sight considerations are crucial. The increased precautions highlight the ongoing threats Trump faces and the measures taken to prevent a repeat of the Butler, PA incident.

The rally took place at the North Carolina Aviation Museum, where Trump addressed his supporters. Despite the tight security, the event proceeded without incident, showing the effectiveness of the new measures put in place. The rally marks a continuation of Trump’s campaign efforts as he seeks to return to the presidency, with his team and the Secret Service working to ensure his safety at all costs.

The shooting in July served as a wake-up call for the Secret Service, leading to significant changes in how they protect high-profile figures like Trump. The use of bulletproof glass and other security measures at the Asheboro rally demonstrates the agency’s commitment to preventing further incidents, particularly in outdoor settings where the risk of an attack is heightened.