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Former rivals endorsing Trump emphasize party unity for national security.
3D analysis shows obstructed views hindered Secret Service response at Trump rally.
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Former Rivals Endorse Trump at Republican National Convention
Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, former rivals of Donald Trump, expressed their full support for him at the Republican National Convention. Despite initial criticisms during the presidential nomination race, Haley and DeSantis have now pledged their loyalty to Trump, emphasizing the importance of a united Republican Party to safeguard the nation's interests.
Obstructed View Delays Sniper Response at Trump Rally
A 3D analysis by The Washington Post reveals that obstructed views may have hindered the Secret Service's counter-sniper teams from promptly responding to the attempted assassination at a Trump rally. The analysis, based on video footage and satellite imagery, suggests that trees near the rally site obscured the shooter from view, potentially contributing to the security lapse. This insight sheds light on the challenges faced by security teams in ensuring swift responses to such threats.