Lankford Issues Statement Following Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle’s Resignation

WASHINGTON, DC – Senator James Lankford (R-OK) issued a statement on the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle following the assassination attempt against former President Donald J. Trump. Lankford serves on the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs with jurisdiction and oversight of the US Department of Homeland Security, which includes the Secret Service.

“When I spoke directly to the Director of Secret Service last week, I asked her when we would get answers to the obvious questions about the clear failures to protect President Trump and the many people attending his rally. Many of us called for the Director’s resignation so the American people could regain trust in Secret Service’s ability to do their primary task. Even after the director’s resignation, questions still need answers. I will continue to demand oversight and push for reforms in the days ahead.”

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