Elon Musk danced onto the stage at a Donald Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania with heightened security measures, coming roughly three months after a 20-year-old gunman attempted to assassinate him.
The 78-year-old, who has suffered a huge poll blow this week, said it was a “great honor” to be endorsed by Musk who branded himself “dark MAGA”.
The rally, held at the same venue where Trump was previously targeted, featured visible security upgrades. The Trump campaign enlisted a private security firm, which included the placement of snipers on nearby rooftops.
Local officials, including Butler County Commissioner Leslie Osche, noted the collaboration of multiple law enforcement agencies to manage an increased crowd and implement new safety measures like the strategic positioning of large vehicles around the venue.
He emphasized that the Secret Service “takes the responsibility to ensure his safety and security very seriously” and that Trump is “receiving heightened protection.”
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Anthony Guglielmi, a U.S. Secret Service spokesperson, detailed that the agency had made substantial improvements to its protection strategies, involving more resources and better communication systems, though specifics were withheld for security reasons.
This rally not only underscored Trump’s continued political activities but also highlighted the heightened security now necessary for his public events.
The community and emergency services worked together to ensure robust communication infrastructure, reflecting the collective effort to make the event secure.
Osche reported. “I feel confident it will be a safe event,” Osche said, reiterating, “I’m sure it will be a safe event.”
