Trump gives speech shielded by bulletproof glass – but fails to stay behind it

Footage shows the Republican presidential candidate moving out of the protection zone

Donald Trump was shielded by bulletproof glass during a rally on Wednesday but struggled to remain behind the screen.
The former president’s visit to North Carolina marked his first outdoor rally since he survived an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania last month.
Trump’s podium was covered by a panel of ballistic glass to repel bullets, while two more panels covered his rear – but he almost immediately moved out of the protection zone.
As he delivered his speech, hitting back at his rivals for “getting personal” in their speeches at the Democratic National Convention, Trump continuously shifted around on the stage rendering his new security measures ineffective.
At one point, the Republican presidential candidate went into the crowd to shake hands with and hug his supporters. Later, he slowly danced his way out from behind the glass and off stage.
Bulletproof glass is usually a measure reserved for sitting presidents, however the Secret Service made an exception in the wake of the shooting that grazed his ear and killed an audience member on July 13.
Trump’s security team has also reportedly been bolstered by the reassignment of agents from Joe Biden’s detail after the president’s travelling schedule was reduced, following his exit from the presidential race.