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Secret Service Places Agents on Leave After Trump Assassination Attempt

Investigation continues into security lapses at July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where former President Trump was injured.

  • Five agents, including Pittsburgh field office head, reassigned to administrative duties.
  • Shooter Thomas Crooks killed one attendee, injured three others, including Trump.
  • Whistleblower claims agents were told not to request additional security.
  • Former Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned following the incident.
  • Bipartisan task force and internal reviews are ongoing to address security failures.
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