US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle announced her resignation after her agency failed to prevent an assassination attempt on presidential candidate Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13.
This was reported by CNN after a hearing in the House of Representatives on the issue of security breaches at a meeting with voters.
— I take full responsibility for the failure to ensure security… In light of recent events, it is with a heavy heart that I have made the difficult decision to resign as your Director, — indicated Cheatl in her letter to Service employees.
Resignation of the head of the US Secret Service — Biden's reaction
United States President Joe Biden has confirmed that Cheatle is resigning from her position, thanking her for her years of public service.
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—Jill and I especially thank her for answering the call to lead the Secret Service during my administration, and are grateful for her service to our family, — wrote the head of the White House in X.
