Protection - United States Secret Service
Our protective mission dates back to 1901, after the assassination of President William McKinley. Following the tragedy the Secret Service was authorized to protect the President of the United States. In 1906, Congress passed legislation and funds for the Secret Service to provide presidential protection.
Protecting Leaders - United States Secret Service
Protection for the President and Vice President of the United States is mandatory. All other individuals entitled to our protection may decline security if they choose.
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We ensure the safety of the president, the vice president, their families, the White House, the vice president’s residence, visiting foreign heads of state, former United States presidents and their spouses, and events of national significance.
Campaign 2024 - Candidate Protection - United States Secret Service
The Secret Service does not determine who qualifies for protection, nor is the Secret Service empowered to independently initiate candidate protection. By law, major Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates, as identified by the Secretary of Homeland Security, are eligible for Secret Service protection.
Securing Events - United States Secret Service
We secure events of national security importance, such as the State of the Union address each year, or the presidential inauguration each new presidential term.
Statement From U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle
Jul 15, 2024 · Secret Service personnel on the ground moved quickly during the incident, with our counter sniper team neutralizing the shooter and our agents implementing protective measures to ensure the safety of former president Donald Trump.
Celebrating 100 Years of the Uniformed Division - United States …
Today, the U.S. Secret Service celebrates 100 years of the Uniformed Division (UD). On September 14, 1922, President Warren G. Harding created the White House Police Force as a vital effort to safeguard the White House and the elected officials inside its walls.
Frequently Asked Questions About Us - United States Secret Service
In regard to presidential campaign, the Secret Service is authorized by law (18 United States Code § 3056) to protect: Major presidential and vice presidential candidates and their spouses within 120 days of a general presidential election.
Timeline of Our History - United States Secret Service
In all, five separate National Special Security Events were associated with the Inauguration of President Barack Obama, and the Secret Service oversaw the implementation of the security plan for each of them.
2025 Counting and Certification of Electoral Votes Designated a ...
Sep 11, 2024 · WASHINGTON – The 2025 Counting and Certification of Electoral Votes in Washington, DC on Jan. 6, 2025, has been designated a National Special Security Event by the Secretary of Homeland Security.