In the face of an attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump, law enforcement officials have confirmed that there will be no changes to the security plan at the upcoming Republican National Convention (RNC). This means that individuals within the outer security perimeter will still be allowed to carry firearms, in accordance with state law.

While local Milwaukee officials were unable to ban firearms, they have implemented an ordinance that prohibits numerous items from the outer security perimeter. These items include lumber, large pieces of metal or plastic, paintball guns, pellet guns, swords, fireworks, drones, umbrellas with a metal tip, pepper spray, adhesives or rope, lasers, backpacks or large bags, tennis balls, canned goods, locks, coolers, non-plastic containers, light bulbs, and glass bottles.

The decision to allow firearms within the vicinity of the RNC has drawn criticism from local officials, especially in light of the recent assassination attempt on Trump. Milwaukee City Alderman Robert Bauman expressed his dissatisfaction, calling the rules "utterly ridiculous" and envisioning the potentially dangerous scenario of someone carrying multiple firearms while being questioned about tennis balls.

Despite the concerns raised, the RNC is set to formally commence on Monday and run through Thursday in Milwaukee. On Thursday, Trump is expected to be officially named the party's presidential nominee and deliver a speech. Additionally, the convention will see the announcement of Trump's vice presidential candidate on Monday.

The attempted assassination, which occurred in Butler, Pennsylvania, during a rally, resulted in Trump's ear being grazed by a bullet. One person was killed and two others injured in the incident, and the suspect has been identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks. An FBI investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

While some speculated that the assassination attempt might lead to a delay or change in plans for the RNC, officials have stated that the event will proceed as scheduled. Trump himself confirmed on Sunday that he would still be speaking at the convention and would be arriving in Milwaukee as planned.

The decision to allow firearms at the RNC's outer security perimeter was enacted in June, with attempts to challenge the state law and ban guns narrowly rejected by the city council. As the convention is now on the horizon, concerns persist regarding the potential risks and implications of this policy during such a high-profile event.