Kimberly A. Cheatle, the former director of the United States Secret Service, has come under fire following the release of a Senate report that accuses her of providing misleading information during congressional testimony last year. The report, which was unveiled on Sunday, specifically addresses her actions during the 2016 shooting incident involving then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. Cheatle, who had previously resigned from her position after the incident, has publicly denied the allegations, asserting that her testimony was truthful.
The Senate report, which is part of an ongoing investigation into the security protocols surrounding high-profile political figures, has raised questions about the effectiveness of the Secret Service’s response to potential threats. Cheatle’s denial comes amid growing scrutiny of the agency’s role in protecting public officials. While she has not provided new details about the incident, her stance suggests that the agency may still be navigating the aftermath of the shooting and its implications for security practices.