Kimberly Cheatle, the head of the U.S. Secret Service, who has faced widespread criticism over the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, has admitted to the agency’s security failure in protecting Trump.
On Monday, July 22, Cheatle acknowledged before lawmakers that her agency, responsible for the security of U.S. Presidents, had committed one of its most significant lapses in recent decades.
According to her, the attempt on Trump’s life, which occurred around 10 days ago, represented “the most significant operational failure” of the Secret Service in decades.
Approximately 10 days ago, on July 13, a man named Thomas Matthew Crooks fired at Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Following the incident, the Secret Service faced severe criticism.
In her admission, Cheatle stated, “We failed. As the head of the Secret Service, I fully accept responsibility for any security breaches in our agency.” She emphasized that her agency is working diligently “to ensure that an event like July 13 never happens again.”
Many Republican Party members had previously called for Cheatle’s resignation due to her agency’s security shortcomings in protecting Trump. However, in her first official statement since July 13, Cheatle rejected these calls and stressed her commitment to continuing her role as head of the Secret Service.
The situation underscores the critical need for stringent security measures and accountability within the Secret Service. As investigations continue, the focus will likely remain on improving protocols and ensuring that such incidents do not recur, maintaining the highest standards of protection for national leaders.
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