A Secret Service agent assigned to Vice President JD Vance's security detail has been placed on administrative leave amid allegations of leaking sensitive travel information.
According to sources familiar with the situation, the agent is under internal review by the Secret Service's internal affairs division. It remains uncertain whether this inquiry could lead to administrative penalties or potential criminal charges.
Officials have reportedly identified an individual believed to be responsible for leaking details regarding Vance's travel plans, which included a recent story by MS NOW. This story highlighted frustrations among agents about the demands placed on security personnel due to Vance's personal travel itinerary.
Part of the leaked information detailed Vance's aborted plans to fly with his son on a Marine Corps helicopter for a golf lesson. The revelation of such operational specifics has raised concerns among Secret Service, FBI, and White House officials.
In light of the incident, the Trump administration has reaffirmed its commitment to combat unauthorized disclosures to the media. This comes on the heels of recent actions, including subpoenas served to New York Times reporters regarding their coverage of security features on a presidential aircraft.
As the investigation continues, the Secret Service has not yet provided any public comments regarding the matter.
Reported by HarborBeat based on WMAR-2 News (source).
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