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Mike Lawler: “According to numerous reports and to the briefing that we…”

Featuring: Mike Lawler, Republican | U.S. House, New York, District 17

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We are going to continue investigating the disturbing events of July 13

Published | Video Starts at 00:46

What happened? What's the latest on that investigation into the shooting? Well, obviously, Roseanne, as more information comes out, it's deeply disturbing. According to numerous reports and to the briefing that we received from the Secret Service directly, they knew about the shooter for up to an hour [before President Trump took the stage]. that, you know, this was a suspicious individual. They had him in their sights. And, you know, ultimately we're aware of the potential threat before President Trump took the stage, which obviously raises significant red flags. (00:46–00:59)

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