Crime & Safety

Concerns About Election Day Safety In Boston In Wake Of Attempted Trump Assassination

"It's a horrible situation, a terrible state of affairs," said WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller.

(Sean Barnacoat)

July 15, 2024

BOSTON - More than 24 hours after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, questions are swirling about the shooter involved and what this means for the election season across the country, including in Boston.

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The shooter responsible for attempting to assassinate Trump has been identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

"It's a horrible situation, a terrible state of affairs," said WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller.

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