GOP calls mount for Secret Service director’s resignation

Published



Pressure is rapidly escalating among Republican lawmakers for Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to step down as the agency continues its investigation into the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump.

Unclassified virtual briefings to the House and Senate from Cheatle and other top law enforcement officials have failed to quell mounting questions and fury over the apparent security failure that nearly led to Trump’s death at a campaign rally on Saturday.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.