A Senate Democrat, Richard Blumenthal from Connecticut, has decided to take a break from pushing through progressive policies and instead is directing his frustration at the Biden-Harris administration. The issue? A shocking refusal to provide information regarding assassination attempts on former President Donald Trump. The irony of a party that champions transparency suddenly stonewalling when it comes to the safety of a former president is almost too delicious to digest, especially with a federal shutdown looming like a dark cloud over Congress.
The latest attempt on Trump’s life unfolded while he was engaged in a leisurely round of golf in sunny Florida. The Secret Service became embroiled in a real-life game of “who dares” when an armed individual was spotted near the golf course. The ensuing chaos included Secret Service agents firing shots at the suspect, who miraculously managed to escape in a black Nissan—definitely not the getaway of the year. Fortunately, Trump walked away unscathed, but the whole ordeal has prompted an FBI investigation into what appears to be a second attempt on his life in quick succession.
In light of this alarming threat, Blumenthal lambasted the Department of Homeland Security for, in his view, practically neglecting their duties by resisting requests for vital documents and information. The senator’s strident complaints raised eyebrows, especially since he’s part of a party that often boasts about its commitment to national safety—unless, of course, it applies to the former president. Adding some flair to the pressing issue, Blumenthal accused the DHS of being “almost derelict” in its responsibilities. Who knew that stonewalling could be a hallmark of government but would simultaneously be such a partisan affair?
Enter Sen. Ron Johnson from Wisconsin, who looks to have a case of the same frustration as Blumenthal, but from a different angle. He pointed out that the DHS is keeping everything “close to the vest,” a tactic that’s fueling suspicion and conspiracy theories. The liberal establishment can blame the “crazy right” all they want, but when a former president is the target, those theories might just be rooted in a fair bit of reality. Johnson’s comments underscore a persisting reluctance of the powers that be to shed light on anything uncomfortable, a trend that really ought to send alarm bells ringing—unless you’re too busy sipping the Kool-Aid.
Turning the focus back to the suspect, authorities have identified him as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh from Hawaii. It’s almost a plot twist straight from a bad political thriller. This man, armed and concealed just a grubby 400 yards from Trump, was holding a semiautomatic rifle and carrying some extra gear in two backpacks apparently hung on the fence. Hats off to the Secret Service agent who spotted this potential assassin—600 yards away isn’t exactly a prime view of the action. Just another day showcasing the few and far-between moments of competence in an agency still shaken from earlier security lapses.
In the week prior, Blumenthal hinted at the upcoming report on the first assassination attempt, setting expectations for a revelation that could shock the nation. The precious Secret Service is taking a beating, with agents suspended and leadership feeling the heat. Apparently, Blumenthal believes the American public deserves to know how a former president’s safety can become such a labyrinthine affair. The Democrats can’t seem to see the forest for the trees, but they might be learning that transparency isn’t merely a buzzword when it comes to national security—especially not when it’s about safeguarding a president, regardless of party affiliation.
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