Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle is expected to address House lawmakers on Monday regarding the security lapse that occurred at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania, where an assassination attempt took place.
In excerpts of her remarks released by the Department of Homeland Security, Cheatle acknowledges the agency's failure in fulfilling its mission to protect the nation's leaders. She takes full responsibility for the security lapse and expresses a commitment to cooperate with the FBI's investigation and internal reviews.
Cheatle emphasizes the importance of learning from the incident and preventing similar occurrences in the future. She vows to do everything in her power to ensure that the security protocols are strengthened to avoid any such lapses in the future.
The Secret Service has faced scrutiny following the incident on July 13th, prompting a reevaluation of its security procedures and protocols. Cheatle's forthcoming testimony underscores the agency's dedication to addressing the shortcomings and implementing necessary changes to enhance security measures.
