Veteran's Eerie Experience at Trump Rally Amid Assassination Attempt
- An Air Force veteran, Sarah Taylor, reported significant security issues observed at Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.
- Her concerns come in the wake of a shooting incident that raised alarms about the safety measures in place.
- The lack of adequate security at high-profile political events has become a critical topic of discussion.
Sarah Taylor, an 18-year military veteran who served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kuwait, recounted her unsettling experience at a recent Trump rally. Initially excited to attend, Taylor and her friend felt an ominous presence as they positioned themselves about 100 yards from the stage. Behind them loomed a building from which an assailant, identified as Crooks, later fired shots. Taylor described the atmosphere as "eerie," noting her heightened instincts from years of military service. As the rally unfolded, Taylor observed local police and state troopers patrolling the area near the American Glass Research (AGR) building, but she was alarmed by the absence of law enforcement on the roof. Her instincts told her that something was amiss, prompting her to keep a watchful eye on the building. "I knew something wasn't right," she stated, emphasizing her military background as a factor in her unease. The situation escalated when law enforcement confirmed that Crooks was spotted around 5:10 p.m., coinciding with the time Trump was scheduled to speak. Taylor recalled seeing "sharpshooters" positioned to her left, which added to her anxiety as the event approached. In a twist of fate, Taylor credited Trump's campaign production team for potentially saving his life. Shortly after the rally began, Trump requested the removal of teleprompters, a decision that may have contributed to his safety during the chaotic incident.