Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle Resigns
Amid Scrutiny of Security Lapses
Twenty Five Year Secret Service Veteran Tendered Resignation
Kimberly Cheatle, the 27th Director of the United States Secret Service, has resigned amid scrutiny of security lapses related to the recent White House fence jumper incident. Cheatle, who was sworn into office on September 17, 2022, served more than 25 years for the United States Secret Service in numerous leadership positions.
Cheatle's resignation comes after a series of security breaches at the White House, including the incident in which a man scaled the fence and entered the grounds on March 10, and the subsequent discovery of a suspicious package near the White House on March 19.
Cheatle has faced criticism for her handling of these incidents, and has been questioned by members of Congress about the Secret Service's security procedures. In a statement, Cheatle said that she was "deeply disappointed" by the security lapses and that she was committed to improving the Secret Service's performance.
Cheatle's resignation is a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the security lapses at the White House. It is unclear who will replace Cheatle as Director of the Secret Service, but the new director will face the challenge of restoring public confidence in the agency.
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