Staff Reports
An armed U.S. Secret Service agent responsible for protecting Vice President Kamala Harris was involved in a physical altercation with other agents at Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, D.C. The incident occurred before the Vice President’s arrival and after the agent had a reported medical issue. The agent was handcuffed and removed from duty for medical evaluation. The Secret Service assured that the incident did not impact the Vice President’s departure.
The Secret Service emphasized the importance of the health and safety of its employees and noted that the agent’s behavior was concerning to colleagues. The mental well-being of armed agents tasked with protecting high-level government officials is a top priority for the agency, particularly given the demanding nature of their work and the intense responsibility associated with their roles.
Scooplet- An armed U.S. Secret Service agent assigned to Vice President Kamala Harris‘s protective detail fought unarmed with other detail agents on Monday morning. The incident occurred at Andrews AFB, shortly before Harris arrived. https://t.co/dVr2vp1ovn
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Agents assigned to the Vice Presidential Protective Division undergo rigorous training and are privy to highly sensitive protocols for responding to significant national security threats. The division is considered one of the most prestigious assignments within the Secret Service due to its vital role in ensuring the continuity of government in the event of major crises.
The Washington Examiner has chosen to withhold the agent’s name and specific duties out of respect for privacy. The Vice President’s office declined to provide a comment on the matter.
