Secret Service director on assassination

Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe testified before Congress about the July 13 attempted assassination of Donald Trump, labeling it as the agency's 'most significant operational failure' in decades. Rowe expressed shame over the security lapses that allowed the shooter to attack from a nearby building, resulting in one death and injuries to Trump and others. He acknowledged that security gaps had been identified prior to the incident and emphasized the need for immediate reforms to prevent future failures, including improved vetting of security plans. Following the incident, the Secret Service has added new protectees and reinforced security measures across the board. Former Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned under pressure, citing failures in protecting Trump, while investigations into the attack continue. Experts suggest that resource limitations during a busy campaign season contributed to the oversight in security protocols.