After the attack on former President Donald Trump, the waves ran high. “How could this happen?” many asked. Now, Secret Service chief Kimberly Cheatle admits: the service failed.
The attack was the most serious failure of the Secret Service in decades: Cheatle promised during a hearing in the US Congress that they would take full responsibility and do everything in their power to ensure such an incident does not happen again. The Secret Service is responsible for protecting high-ranking politicians in the US, including current and former presidents.
A gunman opened fire and shot Trump at a Republican Party campaign event in the city of Butler, Pennsylvania, a little over a week ago. One attendee died and two others were wounded. Trump suffered a wound to his right ear. The assailant was killed by security forces.
Much criticism
In recent days, there has been criticism of the Secret Service’s approach because the shooter managed to reach a roof with a direct view of the stage despite all security measures. There were also reports that the young man’s behavior had already been noticed before Trump’s performance, but that the ex-president was still allowed on stage.
The calls for resignation are growing louder
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, a Republican, said he was confident the attack could have been prevented. Cheatle does not deserve to remain at the top of the agency. Meanwhile, Democratic Vice Chairman Jamie Raskin pointed out that gun attacks are too common in America.
Source: Krone
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