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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Secret Service Chief Kimberly Cheatle Resigns After Security Failure in Trump Assassination Attempt
Caption: Secret Service Chief Kimberly Cheatle Resigns After Security Failure in Trump Assassination Attempt. Kimberly A. Cheatle steps down from her role as head of the Secret Service following a serious security lapse during an assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Cheatle’s resignation came after intense scrutiny from lawmakers at the Capitol, who urged her to step down following the incident. Cheatle acknowledged the July 13th event as a significant operational failure, the most serious in decades, taking full responsibility for the breach. A 30-year veteran of the Secret Service, Cheatle has served under notable leaders, including Joe Biden and Dick Cheney, showcasing a long and distinguished career. In an email to staff, Cheatle expressed regret over the agency's failure to protect effectively, announcing her decision to resign with a "heavy heart.” Cheatle emphasized that her departure should not detract from the important work and mission of the Secret Service. President Biden commended Cheatle for her integrity and courage in taking full responsibility for the security lapse, highlighting her leadership qualities. The security breach led to the death of volunteer firefighter Cory Comperatore and injuries to two others, underscoring the gravity of the failure. Biden announced that a successor would soon be appointed to lead the Secret Service, ensuring continuity in the agency's leadership. Cheatle’s resignation marks the end of a significant chapter in her career, leaving the Secret Service to address and rectify the critical security shortcomings. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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