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US Secret Service Director Takes Responsibility For Security Lapse

U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle responds to a question during a news conference about the upcoming Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles

US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle addressed concerns about the agency's security preparations following the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Cheatle emphasized that the Secret Service is responsible for protecting the former president, stating that 'the buck stops with me' as the agency's director.

Expressing her dismay over the shooting incident, Cheatle described it as 'unacceptable' and stressed that such an event should never have occurred. She admitted to feeling shock and concern for the former president in the aftermath of the failed attempt on his life.

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