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Underwhelming Response Time: The response to the threat—both during Crooks’ actions and after the shots—was criticized as delayed and poorly coordinated, with some experts noting that physical site reconnaissance by leadership was absent. The failure to act swiftly and decisively could have resulted in a tragedy comparable to historical assassination attempts.
Inadequate Protective Measures: Despite a formidable security bubble, complacency, or systemic flaws, allowed a determined individual access to critical vantage points. This reveals potential gaps in physical perimeter security, personnel training, and real-time threat assessment.