Trump's Continued Rallies with More Security

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he will persist with outdoor rallies, just two weeks after surviving an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. The incident occurred during a campaign rally in Butler on July 13, when a shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from a rooftop, resulting in one death and two injuries among attendees. Trump sustained a bullet graze to his ear, which he later displayed with a bandage at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The FBI confirmed on Friday that the injury to Trump’s ear was caused by a bullet, clarifying that it could have been either whole or fragmented. This statement followed FBI Director Christopher Wray's earlier testimony, which indicated uncertainty about the nature of the object that struck Trump. The incident has raised significant concerns regarding the security measures in place, leading to intense scrutiny of the Secret Service. In the wake of the assassination attempt, Kimberly Cheatle, the director of the U.S. Secret Service, resigned under pressure from lawmakers demanding accountability. The incident has sparked discussions about the adequacy of security protocols at high-profile events, particularly those involving prominent political figures. Despite the recent violence, Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in St. Cloud, Minnesota, on Saturday night, accompanied by his running mate JD Vance. Earlier in the day, he will also address a bitcoin conference in Nashville, Tennessee, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining an active campaign schedule.