House Speaker Mike Johnson called for the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle on Wednesday following the attempted assassination incident. Johnson criticized Cheatle's handling of the attack, labeling it as 'inexcusable.' He expressed his dissatisfaction with Cheatle's explanation regarding the absence of agents on the roof of the building where the shooter targeted, stating that her reasoning 'doesn't wash.'
The call for Cheatle's resignation comes in the wake of the attempted assassination, which raised concerns about the security protocols and preparedness of the Secret Service. Johnson's strong stance reflects the growing pressure on Cheatle to be held accountable for the lapses in security that allowed the attack to occur.
