Donald Trump is set to hold his first outdoor rally since narrowly escaping an assassination attempt a month ago. The event, scheduled for Wednesday at an aviation museum in Asheboro, North Carolina, will feature heightened security measures.
To ensure safety, the rally will be protected by bulletproof glass around Trump’s podium, according to reports from security and campaign sources. The increased security comes after Trump was shot at during an outdoor rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, resulting in a fatality and injuries, including a gunshot wound to Trump’s ear.
Despite the Secret Service’s recommendation to avoid outdoor events, Trump has insisted on resuming open-air rallies. In a recent statement, he emphasized his commitment to these events and reassured supporters that the Secret Service would enhance its security measures.
The Secret Service typically does not disclose details about security operations, so specifics about the bulletproof glass and other precautions remain unconfirmed. However, it is reported that Trump will speak from behind a special transparent barrier similar to those used in presidential limousines.
The rally in Asheboro coincides with the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where Kamala Harris is being formally nominated as the party’s 2024 presidential candidate. Trump’s event is seen as a strategic move to capture media attention and sway voters in the crucial swing state of North Carolina.
Trump will be joined by his running mate, Senator J.D. Vance, with the rally expected to draw thousands of supporters. The aviation museum has set up bleachers for the event, which will be held outdoors, as confirmed by the Trump-Vance campaign.
