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Secret Service Explains Handling Of 'Suspicious' Person At Event

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is surround by U.S. Secret Service agents at a campaign rally, Saturday, July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pa. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

During a recent congressional hearing, Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle faced questioning from Ranking member Jamie Raskin regarding an incident involving former President Donald Trump. Cheatle explained that despite law enforcement being warned about a 'suspicious' person in the crowd on July 13, Trump was allowed to take the stage.

Cheatle clarified that the Secret Service distinguishes between someone acting suspiciously and an actual threat. She emphasized that if the detail had received information indicating a credible threat, they would not have exposed the former president to any danger.

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