Former President Donald Trump has broken his silence on the sudden resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle.
Trump Blasts Biden-Harris Administration
Trump didn't hold back in his scathing criticism of the current administration. “The Biden/Harris Administration did not properly protect me, and I was forced to take a bullet for Democracy. IT WAS MY GREAT HONOR TO DO SO!” he declared, emphasizing the gravity of the situation.
Cheatle's House Oversight Committee Appearance
Cheatle's resignation came just a day after her calamitous testimony before the House Oversight Committee. During the congressional grilling, she faced intense scrutiny over the Secret Service's failures on the day the attempt on Trump's life was made. Under oath, Cheatle admitted, “On July 13, we failed.”
As Mediaite reports:
The Associated Press first reported on Tuesday that Cheatle resigned in an email to staff.
“I take full responsibility for the security lapse,” Cheatle reportedly wrote. “In light of recent events, it is with a heavy heart that I have made the difficult decision to step down as your director.”
shooter Thomas Crooks was also killed after getting off multiple rounds.
Cheatle went through tense exchanges on Monday with both Republican and Democratic lawmakers who questioned apparent security lapses and the need for 60 days to release a full report.
The Fallout
Cheatle's resignation has not resolved the numerous questions about the Secret Service's ability to protect high-profile figures or the political firestorm in the wake of the shooting. Trump's assertion adds to the ongoing tensions and challenges facing the agency.
Key Takeaways
- Cheatle resigned following a contentious House Oversight Committee testimony.
- Trump accused the Biden-Harris administration of failing to protect him.
- Admission of failure by Cheatle underlines serious lapses in security protocols.
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Headline: “Trump Breaks Silence On Secret Service Chief’s Resignation”
Show me where President Trump talks about cheatle’s resignation? I could not find it. Oh wait was this another Bait and Switch headline?