Secret Service

The D.C. area’s Metro system set ridership records on Fourth of July with over 866,000 trips, including 120,000 after midnight, as fare gates remained open for free travel during the 250th birthday celebrations. Challenges included storms disrupting events, a white-supremacist group marching through the city, and track damage causing a derailment, with Metro extending service to accommodate visitors.

The Secret Service's security measures for America 250 events in Washington, D.C., include fencing, TSA-style airport screenings, bag checks, metal detectors, and a list of prohibited items. Secret Service special agent in charge Nicole Sganga states, 'I think we have a great plan.'

The Secret Service is managing security for the Fourth of July celebration on the National Mall, designated a 'national special security event' with law enforcement presence similar to major events like the Super Bowl. The article highlights a 'heightened threat environment' as a key factor in the security approach.

The Fourth of July fireworks on the National Mall is designated a 'National Special Security Event' due to logistical complexity and potential security threats. President Trump has promoted the event as the 'largest fireworks show in history,' with the Secret Service leading security efforts amid heightened threat monitoring, including a 40% increase in threat reports this year.

Trump begins Fourth of July weekend with a symbolic salute to America's legacy. An appeals court ruled against the Trump administration, and details about Taylor Swift's reported wedding plans are highlighted. The article also mentions a Secret Service watchdog report on missed security opportunities before a Trump shooting incident.

The DHS report found that the Secret Service missed opportunities to detect and prevent Thomas Crooks' attempted assassination of President Trump, including communication failures that left the protective detail unaware of an armed man on a nearby rooftop. The incident occurred at the American Glass Research International complex in Butler, Pa.

A bombshell intelligence report reveals the Secret Service was aware of Thomas Crooks on a roof two minutes before he shot at Trump. The report highlights a critical delay in responding to the threat.

A bombshell intelligence report reveals the Secret Service was aware of Thomas Crooks on a roof two minutes before he shot at Trump. The incident highlights potential security lapses during the event.

Cole Thomas Allen appeared in a DC federal court for a status hearing related to charges of assaulting a federal official and attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents Dinner. Prosecutors stated no plea offer has been made, and evidence is being shared with the defense ahead of a potential trial date set for August 20.

The Supreme Court is expanding its police force, aiming to more than double the number of officers to protect justices amid growing threats and political violence. Recruitment efforts include videos and a tagline, but the move faces challenges related to cost, logistics, and the justices' personal lives.

President Trump returned to the White House Correspondents' Dinner venue where a shooter was stopped by Secret Service. He is now focused on maintaining his party's control on Capitol Hill and commemorating the country's 250th anniversary.

The Secret Service left themselves vulnerable to hacking due to issues with both official and personal devices, as found by a government watchdog report. The report, ordered after an assassination attempt on President Trump in Butler, Pa, was conducted by the Office of Inspector General at the Department of Homeland Security.

The Secret Service is collaborating with authorities to address an EBT card skimming scam targeting residents in New York. The crackdown aims to combat fraudulent activities involving electronic benefit transfer cards.

A federal judge denied a request to disqualify top Justice Department officials from overseeing the prosecution of Cole Tomas Allen, who is charged with attempting to kill President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The judge ruled that the officials' attendance at the event and Jeanine Pirro’s friendship with Trump did not create a conflict of interest.

A federal judge denied a request to disqualify top Justice Department officials from overseeing the prosecution of Cole Tomas Allen, who is charged with attempting to kill President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The judge ruled that neither the officials' attendance at the event nor their potential conflicts of interest justified disqualification, as there was no evidence Allen targeted them or knew they would be present.

The Secret Service is investigating a legendary heavy metal band after they staged a fake execution of President Trump during a concert performance. The incident occurred on stage, leading to a security inquiry.

Trump redirects millions from Secret Service amid White House construction. The White House claims private donations fund a new ballroom, but taxpayer money is being used for security upgrades.

The Trump administration redirected $352 million in federal funds intended for the Secret Service to finance the White House ballroom project, which President Trump had pledged would be privately funded. The funds were taken from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a tax legislation passed on Republican-only votes, which restricts the money to Secret Service-related expenses, not construction.

The Budget office redirected $352 million in Secret Service funds to White House security. This action follows revelations that the president’s ballroom project will depend more on taxpayer money than the administration disclosed.

K-9 Stella, a 2-year-old dog working with Hendersonville Police Department, is trained to locate hidden digital evidence like phones and hard drives. She is part of a program with the Secret Service and National Computer Forensic Institute and also provides comfort during traumatic investigations.

Benjamin Del Real, a 25-year-old active-duty Army private first class, was wounded during a shooting near the White House on May 23. The shooter, Nasire Best, 21, was killed, and Del Real is receiving treatment and therapy. Investigations by the Metropolitan Police Department and Secret Service are ongoing.

An active-duty soldier, Benjamin Del Real, was wounded in a shooting near the White House on May 23 and is undergoing treatment. The shooter, Nasire Best, was killed during the incident. Del Real's lawyer, Joseph Murphy, is investigating the circumstances with authorities.

An active-duty soldier, Benjamin Del Real, was wounded during a shooting near the White House on May 23 and is undergoing treatment. The shooter, Nasire Best, was killed, and investigations by Metropolitan Police and the Secret Service are ongoing to determine who fired the shot that injured Del Real.

President Donald Trump threatened to use the Home Rule Act to take over Washington D.C. if Janeese Lewis George is elected mayor, citing concerns over democratic socialist values. A Trump birthday event, a cage fight, cost $60 million and involved significant federal resources. The U.S. has admitted only white refugees for six months, and a U.S. citizen was detained by immigration authorities in Maryland without explanation.

Comedian Kathy Griffin confirmed a 20-year-old photo of her and President Donald Trump appearing friendly is real, clarifying it was not AI-generated. She acknowledged a past friendly relationship with Trump but stated she no longer cares to know him, while defending her 2017 satirical photo of a Trump 'severed head' and recent claims about the 2024 election.

The Madison Square Garden watch party for Game 4 of the NBA Finals was canceled by owner James Dolan, who blamed city officials for imposing excessive security measures. Dolan criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch for lacking experience and undermining Knicks fan celebrations, while city officials stated the cancellation was Dolan's decision.

Secret Service-level security measures will be implemented for Game 4 at Madison Square Garden, similar to those used during President Trump's attendance at Game 3. The NYPD and Secret Service will enforce these security protocols, including barrier walls around the venue.

Six people were injured in a stabbing at New York's Penn Station, with a suspect in custody. The attack occurred near Madison Square Garden, where the NBA Finals will be held, and victims were transported to hospitals with varying injury severities.

Five people were injured in a stabbing at New York’s Penn Station on Sunday evening, with a suspect in custody. The attack occurred near Tracks 5 and 6, and victims were taken to Bellevue Hospital with varying injuries. The incident happened as the city prepared for an NBA Finals game at neighboring Madison Square Garden.

Five people were injured in a series of stabbings at New York’s Penn Station, with a suspect in custody. The incident occurred near the NBA Finals game where President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend, prompting heightened security measures.

Five people were injured in stabbings at New York's Penn Station, with one victim suffering serious injuries and others moderate or minor. A suspect is in custody, and all victims were transported to Bellevue Hospital. The incident occurred near Madison Square Garden, where heightened security was in place for President Donald Trump’s planned attendance at the NBA Finals.

The Knicks have announced enhanced security measures for fans due to Donald Trump's attendance at Game 3, with no Madison Square Garden (MSG) watch party planned. Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed the city is collaborating with the Knicks, Secret Service, and NYPD on the security arrangements.

The Trump family is facing challenges including an Extreme Secret Service overhaul linked to an Ivanka 'revenge plot' nightmare, with private suffering reported for Barron and Melania, and Kai enduring a difficult situation.

Todd Blanche claimed the Biden-era Department of Justice's investigation into President Donald Trump was so broad that even Mar-a-Lago staff, including gardeners and low-level aides, required criminal defense attorneys. He described the justice system as 'weaponized,' citing examples like Secret Service members testifying before grand juries and the DOJ abandoning a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund.

The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, originally cut short in April 2026 by a gunman attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump, has been rescheduled for July 24. The event will take place at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel with enhanced security measures, and Trump has accepted an invitation to attend and potentially speak.

The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, originally canceled in April due to a shooting incident involving President Donald Trump, has been rescheduled for July 24. The event will feature enhanced security measures and take place at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue. Trump confirmed his attendance and expressed support for the rescheduling as a demonstration of resilience.

President Donald Trump announced the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner (WHCD) will occur at the Waldorf Astoria in July, following a shooting that ended the original event at the Washington Hilton. The rescheduled gathering will include enhanced security measures and is described as a 'HOT' ticket. The Waldorf Astoria, previously operated by the Trump Organization, is now hosting the event after the Trump Organization sold its lease rights in 2022.

President Donald Trump announced the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner will take place at the Waldorf Astoria in July after gunfire disrupted the original event at the Washington Hilton. The new venue, a building Trump previously developed, will feature enhanced security, and Trump emphasized the event as a statement against violence and intimidation.

Speaker Mike Johnson stated the Anti-Weaponization Fund and White House ballroom security funding are excluded from the GOP's immigration bill. The DOJ has set aside the fund pending a court order, but some Senate Republicans seek further clarity. Johnson met with Donald Trump to discuss the fund's viability amid opposition from House Republicans.

A Michigan nurse who was filmed threatening to slit Donald Trump’s throat is under a federal investigation. The Secret Service stated it monitors information streams and thoroughly investigates all potential threats.