The United States Secret Service is currently investigating claims that a female agent left her post at a campaign event for former President Trump in order to breastfeed her child. This incident has raised concerns about the potential impact on security measures and overall professional standards within the agency.
According to Anthony Guglielmi, a spokesman for the Secret Service, all employees of the U.S. Secret Service are expected to adhere to the highest possible standards. While there was no significant disruption to the event in North Carolina, the specifics of this case are being examined as it is considered a personnel matter. The agency has declined to comment further on the issue at this time.
The allegations were first brought forward by RealClearPolitics correspondent Susan Crabtree in a detailed post Thursday, shortly after the Trump campaign event took place in Asheville, North Carolina. Crabtree stated that during a final sweep of the walking route, another agent discovered a female colleague breastfeeding her child in a room designated for important Secret Service business – such as handling potential emergencies related to the President.
The correspondent also noted that it is against agency policy for an active duty agent to bring their child along during protective assignments. The woman in question was reportedly stationed at the Atlanta Field Office according to sources within the Secret Service community.
This incident has come at a time when the Secret Service is already facing criticism for perceived security lapses that almost resulted in a near-fatal assassination attempt against Trump last month. Following the incident, Secret Service Director Kimberley Cheatle, who had made increasing the representation of women within the agency a priority, was forced to resign amidst the backlash.
In light of these recent events, it is clear that the United States Secret Service is under increased scrutiny as they strive to maintain their professional standards and protect the highest levels of government officials from potential threats. The ongoing investigation into the breastfeeding allegations serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the highest standards of conduct for agents in the field.
