Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns after disastrous hearing over Trump assassination attempt failures
EMBATTLED US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has resigned.
Cheatle's resignation comes following the widespread backlash over her federal agency's failure to protect former President Donald Trump from an assassination attempt on July 13.
The disgraced Secret Service director, 53, announced her resignation in a letter to staff on Tuesday.
"The Secret Service's solemn mission is to protect our nation's leaders and financial infrastructure. On July 13th, we fell short on that mission," Cheatle wrote.
"The scrutiny over the last week has been intense and will continue to remain as our operational tempo increases. As your Director, I take full responsibility for the security lapse.
"However, this incident does not define us. We remain an organization based on integrity and staffed by individuals of exceptional dedication and talent.
"As I've stated, the Secret Service will move forward with our investigatory and protective mission in a steadfast manner.
"We do not retreat from challenge. However, I do not want my calls for resignation to be a distraction from the great work each and every one of you do towards our vital mission."
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