The White House says it will review security protocols for events with Trump
The White House said this Monday that security protocols for events involving US President Donald Trump, held outside the presidential office, will be reviewed, after the Secret Service intercepted a man on Saturday who apparently attempted to attack the president and his Cabinet at a gala dinner.
TL;DR
- The White House will review security protocols for events involving President Trump outside the presidential office.
- A meeting involving the White House Chief of Staff, Department of Homeland Security, and Secret Service will assess security measures.
- The Secret Service intercepted a man who attempted to attack President Trump and his Cabinet at a gala dinner.
- The incident has brought the "designated survivor" protocol into focus.
- The White House is emphasizing the need to accelerate the construction of a new ballroom to accommodate more attendees and ensure security.
- The White House criticized Democrats for the partial closure of the Department of Homeland Security, suggesting it may have impacted security.