Six Secret Service Agents Disciplined After Attempted Trump Assassination

Six Secret Service agents were suspended without pay after the July 2024 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Deputy Director Matt Quinn confirmed the agents received 10 to 42 days of unpaid leave and were reassigned to lower-risk roles. He acknowledged the incident was a major “operational failure.”

Gunman Thomas Crooks opened fire at the rally, killing attendee Corey Comperatore and injuring Trump and two others. Crooks was fatally shot by a Secret Service sniper. The agency has since overhauled its procedures, deploying military-grade drones and mobile command posts to improve communication.

The Butler incident drew national criticism and led to the resignation of Director Kimberly Cheatle after a second failed attempt on Trump in Florida. A House report later labeled the attack “preventable,” citing poor leadership and coordination with local law enforcement.

Trump, while previously skeptical, recently said he was “very satisfied” with the FBI’s investigation. Officials insist no conspiracy was found, though related public corruption cases are now under review.