In a recent conversation, former President Donald Trump shared a heartwrenching detail about his wife Melania’s reaction during an attempted assassination on his life. The incident occurred on July 13 when a 20-year-old named Thomas Matthew Crooks tried to assassinate Trump. Fortunately, Trump emerged unharmed from this terrifying ordeal.
During an interview with Laura Ingraham, Trump talked about Melania’s emotional response to the traumatic event. He revealed that she was watching live when the attempt took place and the event was broadcasted on every channel. While Melania finds it difficult to speak about that fateful day, Trump sees her reaction as a testament to her love and concern for him.
In the midst of the chaos, Melania feared the worst as she witnessed the events unfold. The confusion surrounding Trump made her worry that something terrible had happened. Trump also took a moment to acknowledge the bravery of the Secret Service personnel who acted swiftly to protect him during those intense moments. Despite their efforts, Trump believes there were valuable lessons learned from that day.
Reflecting on the incident, Trump expressed his gratitude to the counter-sniper who intervened and stopped Crooks. He also mentioned plans to provide a “victim statement” to the FBI in the near future. It was revealed that despite initial reports of a quicker response, Crooks stayed at the location for over 90 minutes before attempting the attack.
Before the shooting, Crooks had attended Trump’s rally and had suspicious items in his possession. It was later discovered that Crooks had been researching comparable historic events, including the distance at which Lee Harvey Oswald shot JFK. Just hours before the attack, he was operating a surveillance drone near the stage and was found to possess explosives.
During Trump’s rally, the Secret Service efficiently ensured his safety by swiftly moving him away from the danger. The independent action of a counter-sniper in neutralizing Crooks was confirmed by the FBI. These alarming incidents led to the resignation of then-Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, who accepted responsibility for oversight failures during a tense Congressional hearing.
The lack of critical security procedures, like stationing an agent on the rooftop, raised serious questions about Cheatle’s leadership. Trump expressed his concerns and highlighted the need for vigilant individuals coordinating with local law enforcement to prevent such incidents in the future.
It is evident that the attempted assassination had a profound impact not only on Trump but also on Melania. The couple continues to navigate the aftermath of this traumatic event, relying on their love and support for each other.
