The incident you described involving a would-be assassin of Donald Trump, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and the subsequent investigation led by Rep. Mike Waltz, raises significant concerns about national security and the effectiveness of current protective measures.
The revelation that Crooks had multiple encrypted messaging accounts on platforms based overseas, specifically in Belgium, New Zealand, and Germany, adds complexity to the investigation, highlighting the challenges law enforcement faces in accessing encrypted communications, especially when they are hosted outside the United States.
Rep. Waltz’s comments underscore the need for more transparency from agencies like the FBI and the Secret Service, particularly in high-profile cases involving threats to public figures. His frustration with the delay in releasing information suggests a concern that the public and other government entities are not being kept adequately informed about ongoing threats and investigations.
Congressman Mike Waltz says that, according to an FBI briefing, the Trump shooter had three encrypted accounts overseas. At the same time, we’re hearing that the Iranians are plotting against Trump.
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— Shadow of Ezra (@ShadowofEzra) July 19, 2024
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