In a shocking turn of events, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump narrowly escaped a serious injury when a 20-year-old gunman opened fire at a rally on Saturday. The incident resulted in the death of one individual and left two others injured. As investigations into the assassination attempt unfold, concerns have been raised regarding the apparent security failures leading up to the incident.

The alleged shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, had positioned himself on the roof of a nearby building with a clear line of sight to the GOP nominee. Astonishingly, Trump supporters at the rally had observed a suspicious person "bear-crawling" up the roof prior to the shooting and attempted to alert the police. The question that arises is why these warning signs were overlooked, particularly considering the level of threat involved.

Criticism has been directed at Secret Service Special Agent in Charge, Cheatle, who defended the decision not to station agents on the rooftop due to its sloped structure, claiming it posed safety concerns. However, a former top FBI official, who wished to remain anonymous, dismissed this excuse as "utter BS," pointing out that even his own grandchildren played on a peaked roof without any safety issues. Cheatle's competence and the level of training given to Secret Service agents have been called into question.

Adding to the concerns, it has emerged that US authorities were warned about a potential assassination plot against Trump by Iran weeks before the deadly shooting at the rally. This revelation highlights the need for heightened protection and raises doubts about the effectiveness of the security measures put in place.

Eyewitnesses at the rally confirmed that they had raised the alarm about Crooks' presence on the roof nearly 10 minutes before he began firing his weapon. Their frustrations are echoed by Peter Lake, a former consultant for the FBI and the Department of Justice, who emphasizes the negligence in not stationing someone on the rooftop to counter such a threat. The lack of action and attention to this potential danger has been deemed "unconscionable" by Lake.

As investigations continue, the motive behind the attempted assassination remains elusive even after authorities scrutinized Crooks' phones and computer. The FBI, which is handling the case, has yet to uncover a solid motive for the attack.

Critics have directed their blame at Cheatle, accusing her of prioritizing "woke" policies over the more pressing matters of security and protection. This criticism includes Cheatle's focus on achieving a 30 percent female representation within the department by 2030, which some argue has diverted attention and resources away from critical security measures.

The shocking events at the rally have exposed significant gaps in the security protocol and renewed calls for a thorough review of the Secret Service's practices. As the investigations move forward, the focus will be on rectifying these failures and ensuring the safety of political figures and the public remains uncompromised in future events.