Former Liberty University president Jerry Falwell Jr. revealed that he was on the phone with former President Trump just an hour before the shooting incident at a rally, comparing it to the day Ronald Reagan was shot. Falwell expressed shock and concern over the incident to WSET, emphasizing the need for increased security for Trump. Falwell says he believes that God protected Trump during the shooting and he is saddened by the loss of a supporter.
Congress is gearing up for a multi-committee investigation into the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. As many Virginians speculate on whether a young, untrained man can easily outsmart our nation's top security officials or if government officials intended to allow the shooting, House Oversight Committee James Comer announced Monday Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle will appear at a public hearing, as the agency is facing intense scrutiny following the shooting. Members will also be briefed by Secret Service. Investigations are underway in the Democratic-controlled Senate as well. Meanwhile, President Biden was pushed by Lester Holt of NBC News on how he can "turn down the heat" in political discourse, and instead of speaking of his responsibility, he pointed blame at Donald Trump.
North Virginia health officials are warning communities to watch out for symptoms of a highly contagious disease for the next week. Madison Roberts with more.Preview: ####