Secret Service Under Fire: Allegations of Silence and Skill Gaps
Acting Secret Service Director Ron Rowe faced intense scrutiny during a House hearing over his actions at a 9/11 memorial event, where he allegedly positioned himself inappropriately behind President Biden and Vice President Harris. This led to accusations of perjury and endangering the protectees' safety. The hearing, marked by a heated exchange with Rep. Pat Fallon, also revisited the agency's failures during an assassination attempt on President-elect Trump. Rowe defended his actions and emphasized ongoing reforms within the Secret Service.
