‘Rumblings’ behind the scenes that Congress could increase funding for the Secret Service
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Favre to testify at Congress on welfare funds
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After Trump Assassination Attempts, Congress Debates Secret Service Funding
Virtually everyone on Capitol Hill agrees that the Secret Service needs to do a better job. But Democrats and Republicans are at odds over whether to increase the agency’s budget.1 hour ago - Donald Trump -
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Congress approaches fiscal new year with plenty of noisemakers
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Morning Report — How will Congress avert a shutdown now?
Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) funding gamble didn’t pay off. A diverse group of House Republicans on Wednesday torpedoed Johnson’s proposal for a six-month government funding bill, dealing an ...6 hours ago -
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The brutal truth behind Italy’s migrant reduction: beatings and rape by EU-funded forces in Tunisia
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The Secret Service’s Failure to Halt a Tragedy at a Trump Rally
Communications gaps, unguarded warehouses and a lack of written instructions opened an opportunity for a gunman at a rally in Butler, Pa., in July.17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Congress races to patch $3B Veterans Affairs shortfall
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House task force briefing on Donald Trump Secret Service protection
The House of Representatives task force investigating the assassination attempts against Former President Donald Trump is being briefed on the Florida golf course incident. CBS News' Nicole Sganga ...20 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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AP PHOTOS: Germany springs to life in vivid scenes of nature
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Johnson says Secret Service 'dropped the ball' after second Trump assassination attempt
Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., spoke to reporters about the second apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. The speaker said Secret Service has "dropped the ball" and ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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New-home construction posts biggest increase in 6 months
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A day with Trent Dilfer: An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at UAB's preparation for Arkansas in Week 3
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Trump praises Secret Service agent at golf course, but Butler 'a very different story'
Former President Trump, in light of the second apparent assassination attempt, praised the Secret Service agent who spotted the suspect at his golf club over the weekend and reacted quickly, ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - Business
British Steel reveals losses deepened eightfold
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Secret Service Scrambled After Trump’s Short Notice on Golf Outing
The agency did not sweep the area where a gunman lay in wait for the former president at his club in Florida.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Trump told Secret Service more resources needed: adviser
Former President Trump told the Secret Service “that he believes that more resources are needed,” a campaign adviser said Tuesday. “Well, first, the president always makes clear that he very much ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Trump praises Secret Service in first event since thwarted assassination plot
Former president talks up tariffs in Flint, Michigan, and warns attendees of dangers of nuclear ‘obliteration’ . Trump held his first campaign event on Tuesday since the thwarted assassination ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump and Other Presidents Embrace Golf. It’s a Headache for Secret Service.
Sitting and former presidents must be mindful of when and where they play. Ronald Reagan largely gave up the game after a man took hostages while he was at Augusta.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Republicans question proposal to boost Secret Service funding
Some Republicans are questioning whether a boost in spending for the Secret Service as part of the upcoming government funding bill would help protect former President Trump in the immediate term. ...Yesterday - Republican Party -
BBC News - Top stories
Ex-agent explains why protecting Trump is such a challenge
The amount of time he spends outside, the exuberance of his fan base and the number and size of rallies are among difficulties.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Secret Service tells Trump it needs to bolster security for him to safely golf
The head of the Secret Service told former President Trump in the wake of a second potential assassination attempt that the agency would need to bolster security for his future golf outings, an ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Politics
Congress mulls new Secret Service funding after apparent attempt on Trump's life
Congress is considering boosting funding for the Secret Service after an apparent second assassination attempt on Donald Trump.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Tech
Congress is gridlocked. These members are convinced AI legislation could break through
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Tuesday introduced legislation that would prohibit political campaigns and outside political groups from using artificial intelligence to misrepresent the views ...2 days ago -
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The Guardian - World
Secret Service admits it did not search the perimeter of Trump’s golf course
Suspected gunman lurked for nearly 12 hours undetected in apparent second assassination attempt . The Secret Service did not search the perimeter of the golf course where a suspect lurked for ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
White House seeks bump in Secret Service funding, sources say
The Biden administration is asking Congress to increase Secret Service spending after Sunday's apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. Multiple sources tell CBS News ...2 days ago -
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Trump's golf partner recalls moment Secret Service dived on him during assassination attempt
A golfing partner of Donald Trump has described the dramatic moment he heard gunshots and saw Secret Service agents dive on top of the former president during the apparent assassination attempt at ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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Trump: I heard shots and was grabbed by Secret Service
West Palm Beach residents are stunned the suspect was able to hide undetected at the course for nearly 12 hours.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Politics
Suspected gunman camped out at golf course for 12 hours, didn't have Trump in line of sight
The man arrested in connection with an apparent attempt to assassinate Donald Trump is a former supporter who turned against the former president in part for foreign policy reasons and later ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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Elon Musk deletes X post about Harris and Biden
The tech tycoon has deleted the post about assassination attempts on the president and vice-president, saying it was a joke.2 days ago - Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Trump praises Secret Service after apparent assassination attempt; Biden speaks of relief former president is safe – live
Donald Trump speaks on Twitter; Joe Biden and Trump share ‘cordial conversation’, White House says . Suspect charged as Trump accuses Biden and Harris of incitement Trump golf course ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
Secret Service Did Not Search Trump Golf Course Perimeter Before Gunman’s Arrest
The agency’s acting director, Ronald L. Rowe Jr., praised his agents’ actions but conceded that there was no sweep of the course at Donald Trump’s club that a gunman had staked out.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
Ex-Secret Service leader praises response to 2nd Trump shooting attempt
Prosecutors on Monday charged the suspect in the second apparent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump with two firearm offenses, which carry a maximum sentence of 20 years in ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump assassination attempt suspect didn't fire gun, Secret Service says
The suspect in what appears to be an assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump made his first appearance in court Monday, one day after a Secret Service agent allegedly spotted ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
White House seeks to boost Secret Service funds after 2nd Trump shooting
The Biden administration is asking Congress to increase Secret Service funding following Sunday's apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. This request comes about two weeks ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
Ex-Secret Service leader reacts to Trump Florida assassination attempt
The acting director of the U.S. Secret Service on Monday praised the agency for its "exemplary response" to Sunday's apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. A.T. Smith, ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
What to Know About Secret Service Protection After Trump Assassination Attempts
Levels of protection depend on a protectee’s position and the assessment of risk.2 days ago - Donald Trump