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Number of rookie Secret Service agents rose as veteran members dwindled in years leading up to Trump shooting


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Number of rookie Secret Service agents rose as veteran members dwindled in years leading up to Trump shooting - Agency has said it needs more resources

The article from MSN discusses a significant shift in the composition of the U.S. Secret Service in the years leading up to an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. According to the report, there was a notable increase in the number of rookie agents while the number of veteran agents decreased. This change in personnel dynamics occurred during a period when the Secret Service faced challenges such as budget constraints, increased workload due to more protectees, and the complexities of modern security threats. The article highlights concerns about the potential impact of this inexperienced workforce on the agency's effectiveness, especially in high-stakes situations like the attempted assassination of Trump. It also notes that the Secret Service has been dealing with issues like low morale, high turnover, and difficulties in recruiting and retaining experienced agents.

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