Secret Service Faces Review As Agency Fails To Learn Lessons From Butler
The Secret Service is under review following a recent incident where an armed individual attempted to breach security at a high-profile event attended by President Trump. Despite the agency's existing protocols being deemed effective, concerns have been raised about their preparedness for future events. The review comes after a series of assassination attempts targeting Trump, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures.
- ▪Sean Curran, head of the Secret Service, is facing scrutiny after an armed individual attempted to enter a ballroom during a White House event.
- ▪The White House plans to review security protocols in light of the incident, which left one federal agent injured.
- ▪Concerns about the agency's preparedness have grown, especially with several upcoming public appearances by President Trump.
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By Hugh CameronU.S. News ReporterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Sean Curran was the hero of Butler after he leapt to protect President Donald Trump during the assassination attempt at the Pennsylvania rally in July 2024. Now, as head of the Secret Service, he is facing White House scrutiny over whether the agency has fully learned the lessons of that incident in protecting the president.The administration has praised the work of the agency following Saturday’s shooting incident at the White House correspondents’ dinner, during which an armed individual attempted to enter the ballroom, forcing attendees—including Trump—to be evacuated.A Secret Service…
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