Published on September 2, 2024, 12:43 am

In the journey of unearthing trusted news, we recently sat down with a former investigator of the Secret Service, Jason Chaffetz. Known for his past tenure in the House, today Chaffetz shares his insights on what actions need to be taken to uncover answers after the shooting of ex-President Donald Trump.

“They know what happened at this point, and yet they’re not forthcoming about it.” remarks Chaffetz when discussing the Secret Service’s behavior post-incident.

Previously known for his role as congressman from Utah’s 3rd District and later as chairman of the House Oversight Committee, Chaffetz led one of the most extensive investigations into the Secret Service in US history. His commitment towards transparency resonates distinctly with our real news ethos.

Chaffetz detailed his reactions upon hearing about the attempted assassination on the life of former President Donald Trump. He was preparing to host a show that evening and remembers vividly watching the unfolding drama on television screens. “It was clear that he had been hit,” says Chaffetz, “but what wasn’t clear at first was if he would get back up.”

From a security operations perspective, Chaffetz felt that extraction of president Trump seemed very slow and inefficient. He shares how multiple aspects worried him during that time like shots fired, possible other people hit and questions around other potential shooters.

Chaffetz asserts that recruitment shortages and inadequate training continue to plague Secret Service agents causing failure in missions where they’re expected to succeed part-&-parcel with their jobs. He also highlights issues such as high workload due to understaffing, outdated technology and communications problems within agencies spread throughout different regions.

During an open discussion on Congress’s handling of this dire situation post shooting attempt on Trump’s Life, Chaffetz criticized Congress for going into summer recess instead of immediately seeking answers about this unprecedented event – showing a lackadaisical attitude toward such alarming breaking news. While hearings were conducted soon after, he laments the stonewalling by agencies such as Homeland Security, effectively crippling Congress’s ability to conduct thorough investigations.

Holding these agencies accountable and making them transparent strike a cord with Chaffetz’s wants of deconstructing their culture of deception. Although a bipartisan task force has been created to lead the investigation into what happened in Butler, Chaffetz remains skeptical but also remarks on the necessity to do so. “It has to be done” he says underlining the gravity of the situation.

This in-depth discussion reaffirms our commitment towards uncovering real news through maintaining a Christian worldview that values truth, objectivity, and transparency. As we deliver trusted news, our hope is for increased accountability among governmental bodies and improved safety measures for all those serving in public office. In delivering breaking news like this instance or more down-the-line, it is crucial that we hold all institutions involved accountable and find ways to improve processes ensuring they align with democratic practices.