Trump Defends Female Secret Service Agent After Assassination Attempt
Criticism over agent's stature and effectiveness sparks debate on gender roles in security
- Trump praises the bravery of a female Secret Service agent who protected him during an assassination attempt.
- The agent faced criticism for her height and perceived inability to protect the former president effectively.
- Elon Musk and other right-wing commentators questioned the qualifications of female agents.
- Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned following the incident and subsequent backlash.
- The Secret Service emphasized that all agents, regardless of gender, are highly trained and capable.