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Secret Service Suspends Six Agents Over Butler Rally Security Failures

On July 13, 2024, Thomas Matthew Crooks fired shots at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, resulting in the death of one participant and leaving two others critically injured.
The attack exposed severe operational failures and communication breakdowns within the US Secret Service, which has faced intense criticism from Congress over the last year.
Following the shooting, former Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned amid scrutiny, and six agents across supervisory and line levels received suspensions ranging from 10 to 42 days without pay.
A senior official expressed ongoing frustration by noting that individuals directly involved in operations have not faced consequences, with some having advanced to higher positions.
The suspensions and reported reforms, including increased drone use and mobile command posts, indicate steps to prevent future failures, though accountability gaps remain unresolved.

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