jimbonecrusher
Shooter
Any USSS sniper worth their salt would have taken the shot without orders. It is all in the name of their mission statement. Regardless of their feelings for the a past president. Heck, I know of snipers taking the shot without authorization on far less significant of targets/situations.Initial thoughts.
Perimeter building supposed to be secured local LEO. Feds will point finger at locals.
Communication issues. Doubt locals and feds operating on same radio frequency. Snipers appeared to be getting relayed or delayed information.