Six Secret Service Agents Suspended Over Failed Trump Butler Assassination Protection

On the one-year anniversary of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a Butler, Pennsylvania rally, public anger and calls for accountability persist over Secret Service failures that resulted in the death of firefighter Corey Comperatore. Corey’s widow, Helen Comperatore, has vocally condemned the Secret Service, demanding explanations for what she called a catastrophic lapse in security and questioning why obvious risks, such as an unsecured rooftop, were ignored. Six Secret Service agents involved in the event have been suspended and reassigned to roles with less responsibility, but some, including lawmakers and victims' families, believe the disciplinary measures are insufficient and further changes are needed within the agency. The botched operation led to the resignation of then-Director Kimberly Cheatle, yet critics, including House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, insist more accountability is necessary to restore trust. The tragedy continues to deeply affect the Comperatore family, who are also seeking answers from the gunman’s family, questioning why mental health concerns were not addressed. The incident remains a sobering reminder of the vulnerabilities in high-profile security operations and the ongoing demand for reform and transparency in the Secret Service.