A recent report by the Department of Homeland Security has highlighted critical security lapses by the Secret Service during a shooting attempt against Donald Trump in Butler, Pa. The watchdog revealed that the agency missed 102 crucial radio alerts before the attack, raising concerns about their operational readiness and effectiveness. A member of the Secret Service was reportedly searching for the rooftop location of the would-be assassin just as the shots were fired, indicating a severe misalignment in threat assessment and response procedures. Furthermore, the report pointed out that the reliance on personal mobile devices due to failures of government-issued phones jeopardized the safety of key protectees. The Secret Service is facing scrutiny not only for the missed alerts but also for systemic issues related to staffing and phone security, which have been deemed alarming for the safety of U.S. officials.