In the wake of a failed assassination attempt on former President Trump, Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has resigned. Meanwhile, a new poll reveals a close race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, as the 2024 campaign trail heats up.
Washington, D.C. - In a stunning development, U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has resigned following mounting bipartisan pressure in the wake of an assassination attempt on former President Trump.
Cheatle's resignation comes a day after she faced intense scrutiny during a congressional hearing on the July 13th attack in Butler, Pennsylvania. During the hearing, lawmakers grilled her about the agency's security protocol and its response to the threat.
The 2024 Race Heats Up: Secret Service Director Resigns, Trump and Harris Face Off
In her resignation letter, Cheatle acknowledged the Secret Service's failure to protect Trump. "On July 13th, we fell short on that mission," she wrote.
Her resignation has been met with mixed reactions. Some lawmakers have praised her for taking responsibility, while others have criticized her for not doing enough to prevent the attack.
The 2024 Race Heats Up: Secret Service Director Resigns, Trump and Harris Face Off
Washington, D.C. - A new poll shows a close race between former President Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.
The poll, conducted by Quinnipiac University, found Trump leading Harris by 49% to 46% among registered voters. The poll also found that Harris is viewed negatively by 53% of voters, while Trump is viewed negatively by 52%.
The 2024 Race Heats Up: Secret Service Director Resigns, Trump and Harris Face Off
The poll is the first to test the strength of the Trump-Harris matchup since Biden announced his decision not to seek a second term.
Washington, D.C. - House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has reacted to the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, calling it "the right thing to do."
The 2024 Race Heats Up: Secret Service Director Resigns, Trump and Harris Face Off
"The Secret Service has a critical responsibility to protect our elected leaders and their families," Johnson said. "The recent events have raised serious questions about the agency's ability to fulfill that mission."
Johnson said that he will continue to work with Congress to investigate the Trump assassination attempt and ensure that the Secret Service is held accountable.
The 2024 Race Heats Up: Secret Service Director Resigns, Trump and Harris Face Off
Washington, D.C. - President Biden has returned to public view after testing negative for COVID-19.
Biden tested positive on July 21st and was forced to isolate at the White House for five days. He has since recovered and returned to the Oval Office.
The 2024 Race Heats Up: Secret Service Director Resigns, Trump and Harris Face Off
Biden's return to public life comes as he prepares to resume his schedule of official events and travel. He is expected to make a speech on the economy on Wednesday.
Washington, D.C. - Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged from hiding after COVID-19 diagnosis.
Harris tested positive on July 22nd and was forced to isolate at the Naval Observatory. She has since recovered and returned to the White House.
Harris's return to the public eye comes as she prepares to launch her presidential campaign. She is expected to make a major speech in Milwaukee on Tuesday.
Washington, D.C. - Former President Trump has reacted to the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, saying that she "never gave me proper protection."
Trump made the comments in an interview with Fox News. He said that he is "very angry" about the assassination attempt and that he believes Cheatle should have done more to prevent it.
Trump's comments come as the Secret Service continues to investigate the attack. The agency has said that it is reviewing its security protocols and making changes to prevent a similar incident in the future.
New York City, N.Y. - Former President Trump has appealed a New York civil fraud judgment worth nearly half a billion dollars.
The judgment was awarded to the state of New York after a three-week trial that found Trump and his family engaged in fraudulent tax and business practices.
Trump's attorneys argue that the judgment is "unlawful and unconstitutional." They say that the state is trying to punish Trump for his political beliefs.
The appeal is likely to be heard by the New York Court of Appeals, the state's highest court.
