Judicial Watch Sues DHS Over Trump Assassination Attempt Documents

Judicial Watch has initiated a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for withholding records related to the July 13, 2024 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

In a significant development, Judicial Watch has formally filed a lawsuit against the DHS after the agency failed to comply with a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request regarding an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The incident occurred on July 13, 2024, when Thomas Crooks opened fire during a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, injuring Trump and resulting in one fatality.

Despite local authorities releasing records, including police body-cam footage and internal memos from the Butler County District Attorney's Office, federal officials have not responded to requests for information. "The public deserves answers about the security measures in place during the assassination attempt," stated Tom Fitton, President of Judicial Watch. "It has been eight months, and Americans are still in the dark about how this tragic event unfolded under the Biden administration."

This lawsuit highlights increasing concerns about federal efficacy in ensuring the safety of political figures, adding pressure for transparency and accountability. Judicial Watch aims to shed light on a worrying lapse in presidential security, marking this legal action as a potential turning point in addressing these critical issues.