On July 17, 2024, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent two oversight letters regarding the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump on July 13. In a letter to the Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Senator Hawley requested records related to what he described as “staggering security failures” by the Secret Service.
“This incident represents a staggering security failure by the U.S. Secret Service and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to appropriately protect the former president and prevent violence at a peaceful political event. A host of critical questions remain unanswered, and it is vital that the American people know the truth as soon as possible,” Senator Hawley wrote.
In another letter addressed to BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, Senator Hawley asked for immediate disclosure of any information related to the shooter, who had appeared in a 2022 company advertisement.
“You must immediately preserve all records relating to this advertisement and your company’s association with Thomas Crooks, including any and all communications your company has had with him, his family, or his school,” wrote Senator Hawley.
Previously, Senator Hawley demanded that the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee launch a comprehensive investigation into the assassination attempt. This week, plans were confirmed for public testimony from DHS and Secret Service officials.
As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, Senator Hawley continues to investigate the incident. Whistleblowers seeking to contact his office can call (202) 224-6154 or email tips@hawley.senate.gov.
Read Senator Hawley’s letter to DHS here.
Read Senator Hawley’s letter to BlackRock here.
