Axios Security Group Issues Strategic Recommendations Following Senate Report on Secret Service Failures at Butler Assassination Attempt.

Washington, D.C., Axios Security Group today released a series of eight strategic recommendations following the publication of a Senate report detailing significant shortcomings by the U.S. Secret Service that led to the July 13, 2024, assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

In response to the Senate Homeland Security Committee’s newly released report outlining major failures by the United States Secret Service in preventing the July 2024 assassination attempt on then-President Donald J. Trump, Axios Security Group—one of the nation’s leading private executive protection and security firms has released a detailed list of strategic recommendations aimed at closing the security gaps that left high-value targets vulnerable. The firm, composed of former U.S. Special Operations Forces and intelligence professionals, is urging government and private sector leaders to implement critical reforms in threat intelligence sharing, command structure integration, communications infrastructure, and tactical asset deployment.

The Senate report, authored by Sen. Rand Paul and supported by Sen. Chuck Grassley, identifies a troubling pattern of denied resource requests, siloed threat intelligence, poor communication, and disorganized command structures that contributed to the near-fatal incident. Axios Security Group calls the incident “a failure of foresight, structure, and accountability” and a wake-up call to elevate protective security standards across both public and private sectors.

“This was not simply a matter of bad luck or a single oversight. What happened in Butler reflects a systemic breakdown in how high-value targets are protected in the United States,” said Jereme Dozier, CEO of Axios Security Group and a former U.S. Army Special Operations leader. “These failures could have been prevented with the right structure, communication, and augmentation from qualified private security forces.”

The assassination attempt left Trump injured and tragically claimed the life of rally attendee Corey Comperatore, while injuring two others. Axios Security Group’s recommendations address the root causes identified in the Senate’s 180-page report and offer immediate, implementable solutions.

Axios emphasizes that national security cannot afford bureaucratic inertia when it comes to the physical protection of leaders and key individuals. The firm also supports Senator Grassley’s efforts to implement long-term reforms and applauds the $1.17 billion allocated in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” to improve Secret Service capabilities.

“We are proud to support government and private institutions alike with scalable, proactive solutions,” added Dozier. “Now is the time for structural reform, not just internal apologies. Lives are at stake.”

🔐 Key Recommendations from Axios Security Group

1. Establish Unified Command Structures at Every Protective Event

Create joint command centers that bring federal agencies, local law enforcement, and private security together under a single operational chain of command. This eliminates fragmented response efforts and ensures real-time collaboration during high-risk events.

2. Mandate Full Threat Intelligence Integration and Dissemination

Develop mandatory, cross-agency protocols that push actionable intelligence especially classified or credible threats—to all agents and partners involved in securing a venue. Field agents must never be left in the dark about pre-identified risks.

3. Augment Federal Protection with Qualified Private Tactical Teams

Allow licensed private security firms to fill critical resource gaps with counter-sniper, counter-assault, drone mitigation, and surveillance capabilities when federal assets are unavailable or insufficient. These partnerships must be formalized with training, vetting, and integration protocols.

4. Create a Formal Asset Request System with Transparent Approvals

Standardize the process for requesting additional security resources through a centralized system that includes timestamps, formal approval logs, escalation pathways, and audit trails. This ensures accountability and timely decision-making.

5. Deploy Resilient Communications Infrastructure

Ensure that all protective teams are equipped with encrypted radios, satellite communications, and mobile signal boosters. Conduct pre-event testing to confirm service functionality and enable uninterrupted communication across security teams.

6. Pre-Assign Tactical Leadership Roles With Lead Time

Assign key leadership positions such as security room agents, at least 7–10 days in advance of major events. Leaders should be fully briefed on local partners, venue layout, intelligence threats, and have direct communication lines established ahead of deployment.

7. Standardize Drone & Rooftop Surveillance Coverage

Mandate drone detection systems and rooftop counter-sniper surveillance at all Tier 1 political or government events. Equip command posts with AI-assisted drone monitoring and rapid-response intercept teams for aerial and elevated threats.

8. Enhance Oversight and Whistleblower Protections

Establish a secure and protected channel for agents or staff to report operational failures or asset denials without retaliation. Create an independent oversight body to review repeated failures and recommend structural reforms.

✅ Conclusion

The attempted assassination of a President on American soil should be a turning point not only in hindsight and reflection, but in decisive action. The findings from the Senate investigation underscore the urgent need for modernized, multi-layered protective measures that integrate the best of federal resources and private sector expertise.

Axios Security Group stands ready to assist agencies, institutions, and decision-makers in addressing these gaps through real-world, scalable security solutions built on experience, discipline, and operational excellence. With the right strategies in place, the United States can ensure such failures are never repeated—and that those entrusted with our nation’s safety are equipped to deliver.

“We must not allow bureaucracy or budget constraints to compromise safety again,” said Dozier. “The nation deserves better. And with the right plan, we can do better starting now.”

🔎 About Axios Security Group

Axios Security Group is a nationally recognized private security firm specializing in executive protection, risk mitigation, and strategic security consulting. Staffed by elite former Special Operations Forces, intelligence professionals, and certified executive protection agents, Axios has protected U.S. officials, Fortune 500 CEOs, high-profile families, and national infrastructure. Axios is a recipient of the 2025 Best in Business Award, the Consumer Choice Award, and is a licensed investigations and security firm.

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