During a Congressional hearing, U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle faced intense scrutiny from lawmakers regarding a recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Several Republican representatives criticized the agency's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, suggesting these efforts contributed to the security failure. Representative Tim Burchett labeled Cheatle as a 'DEI horror story,' while others questioned whether her hiring practices compromised security standards. Cheatle maintained that all agents must meet the same qualifications regardless of gender. The discussion reflects broader conservative backlash against DEI policies, which has intensified following the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action. This incident has reignited debates on the role of female agents in high-security positions, particularly in light of their involvement during the recent incident at a Trump rally.