Secret Service director, grilled by lawmakers on the Trump assassination attempt, says 'we failed'

Category: Politics

Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle faced intense scrutiny from lawmakers during a congressional hearing regarding security failures that allowed a gunman to attack former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally. Cheatle admitted to significant lapses in security and acknowledged prior warnings about the shooter, yet maintained her position despite calls for her resignation. The incident has raised serious concerns about the agency's ability to protect national leaders.

Keywords: Secret Service, Donald Trump, security failures

Source: The Associated Press

Update At: 7/23/2024

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