Congress Conducts Bipartisan Investigations of Trump Assassination Attempt

Multiple congressional groups are independently investigating the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump on July 13, leading to notable tensions among lawmakers. A bipartisan House task force, led by Rep. Mike Kelly, is conducting a thorough investigation, emphasizing a careful and measured approach. Meanwhile, a separate group of House Republicans, led by Reps. Cory Mills and Eli Crane, is pursuing an unofficial investigation, expressing distrust in the federal government's ability to conduct a fair inquiry. During a recent tour of the shooting site in Butler, Pennsylvania, lawmakers from the task force highlighted the importance of understanding the physical security shortcomings in order to prevent future incidents. The parallel investigations raise concerns about maintaining a bipartisan and apolitical focus, particularly as the unofficial group features prominent far-right figures. As both investigations continue, the overarching goal remains to restore public trust in the political security measures surrounding candidates.