Are expanded duties putting strain on the Secret Service?

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Published 2024-07-17
This past weekend's assassination attempt on Donald Trump is raising questions over the Secret Service's preparedness. With more living presidents and first family members to protect than ever before, some say agents' responsibilities have expanded vastly but resources have not. CBS News national security contributor A.T. Smith offered his insight on the issue.

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All Comments (15)
  • @2020cine
    His security detail was beefed up? and they let a guy lay on a roof with a rifle in plain sight?
  • @millomaddix
    Oh wow really now? This is the angle were taking??? Leaving roof open is a no no for basic security much less secret service
  • @736693
    Could other agencies take over the Secret Service’s responsibilities of financial crimes, cyber crimes, & child pornography?
  • Very interesting approach to the topic! Thank you for such an informative video! 🍒🧡
  • Thank you for such fascinating ideas! Your videos always inspire me! 🍓🌺
  • Expanded duties: AKA Changing Trump's diaper..aka "Diaper Duty."