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New video fuels debate over protecting presidents at public events
politics29 days ago

New video fuels debate over protecting presidents at public events

The Justice Department released high-resolution video of an armed man breaching security at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, prompting experts to say the frame-by-frame analysis isn’t definitive but raises questions about vulnerabilities and security planning for presidential appearances, including potential friendly-fire implications and whether security zones should be rethought or moved to venues like convention centers to reduce public exposure.

Hilton's Presidential Shadow: From Reagan’s Shot to Today’s Security Spotlight
politics1 month ago

Hilton's Presidential Shadow: From Reagan’s Shot to Today’s Security Spotlight

Shots fired at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner revive a long history of presidential security tied to the venue: Reagan's 1981 assassination attempt led to magnetometers, a hidden private entrance, and a bunker-like holding space for the president; the hotel has hosted presidents for decades and continuously updated security around major events. The piece connects that legacy to today’s threats against Donald Trump, noting multiple alleged plots and renewed calls for tighter protection, with experts calling multiple attempts on a single president unusual.

Sara Jane Moore, Ford assassination attempt, dies at 95
world8 months ago

Sara Jane Moore, Ford assassination attempt, dies at 95

Sara Jane Moore, who attempted to assassinate President Gerald Ford in 1975 and was later released on parole, has died at age 95. Her attack was motivated by a desire to spark a revolution amid social upheaval, but she was not connected to any revolutionary groups. Her death comes amid renewed focus on presidential security following recent assassination attempts.