Trump heads to Republican convention just hours after assassination attempt

Following the incident, threat assessments conducted by the FBI, US Secret Service, Milwaukee Police Department, and the Threat Analysis Centre were distributed to law enforcement agencies ahead of the convention, urging heightened vigilance. While no specific threats were identified in the assessments, security measures are being expanded to establish buffer zones around convention events.

Trump's campaign team reported that he is "doing well" and eagerly anticipates joining the convention in Milwaukee to continue the nomination process for the 47th President of the United States. Trump officially secured his candidacy in March after securing the required 1,125 delegates, although he has yet to announce his running mate.

The national political convention, scheduled to run until Thursday, serves primarily to officially nominate the party's presidential and vice-presidential candidates. During this event, the party also establishes its political platform, outlining its various beliefs and policy positions.

Given recent events, the threat assessment underscores that convention venues, as well as the opening and closing ceremonies, could be potential targets for foreign terrorist organizations, violent domestic extremists, and extremist groups spanning the political spectrum. Accordingly, law enforcement and security agencies are increasing their presence and resources throughout the duration of the convention.

Following the attack Trump wrote on his Truth Social site on Sunday, "I was going to delay my trip to Wisconsin, and The Republican National Convention, by two days, but have just decided that I cannot allow a 'shooter,' or potential assassin, to force change to scheduling, or anything else. Therefore, I will be leaving for Milwaukee, as scheduled."

In response to the assassination attempt, the US Department of Homeland Security has designated the convention as a level-1 event, signifying a significant gathering requiring extensive federal interagency support. Law enforcement personnel from numerous US states and the District of Columbia are mobilizing to provide security, with the US Secret Service serving as the primary coordinator for this week's activities.