The U.S. Secret Service has come under intense scrutiny following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Reports revealed that the agency repeatedly denied requests for additional security resources made by Trump’s security detail over the past two years, citing a lack of resources and staffing. Despite initial denials, Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi later acknowledged that some requests had indeed been denied. Senator James Lankford criticized the agency for blaming local law enforcement for the security lapse, arguing that the Secret Service is responsible for coordinating all security efforts. The incident has led to calls for accountability and increased security measures for Trump. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle is expected to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding these failures.