A new attack against Donald Trump seems to have been foiled by the authorities in a California city.
A man found in illegal possession of a shotgun and a loaded handgun was arrested in Coachella, California, where Donald Trump was scheduled to hold a campaign rally, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office said Sunday.
He said deputies, who were at a checkpoint near the rally, arrested 49-year-old Vem Miller of Las Vegas as he arrived in a black SUV.
He was later booked into a local detention center on charges of possession of a loaded firearm and a large capacity magazine.
“This incident did not affect the safety of former President Trump or those attending the event,” the statement said.
Weapons Violation Arrest https://t.co/TOkfWl6Q7g
— Riverside County Sheriff (@RSO) October 13, 2024
The sheriff’s office did not immediately release information about the intentions of Miller, who was released on bond and faces a Jan. 2 court hearing.
There was no immediate comment from either the Trump campaign or the US Secret Service, which is tasked with protecting top officials and candidates.
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