DHS sees a 214% increase in applications to join the U.S. Secret Service under the Trump administration. Former President Donald Trump faced two assassination attempts in 2024. Secret Service is returning to its core mission and standards.
Key Points
214% increase in applications to join the U.S. Secret Service compared to the previous year.
Former President Donald Trump faced two assassination attempts in 2024.
The Secret Service is focusing on highly qualified and mission-focused individuals.
Pros
Historic surge in applications to join the U.S. Secret Service.
Return to core mission and standards of the Secret Service.
Inspiring good people to want to be part of the Secret Service.