The U.S. Secret Service announced Tuesday that three senior officials in its communications office have been placed on administrative leave pending a misconduct investigation. The move follows standard agency policy, which removes security clearances and device access from personnel under review.
Among those placed on leave is Anthony Guglielmi, the agency’s director of communications. Guglielmi has served as the public‑face of the Secret Service during several high‑profile moments, including multiple assassination attempts on President Trump and major security operations abroad.
According to a source familiar with the decision, the three officials have had their security clearances suspended and are barred from accessing work devices while the Office of Professional Responsibility conducts its inquiry. The source noted that such precautions are routine in internal investigations to protect sensitive information.
The Secret Service confirmed the action but declined to name the individuals or detail the nature of the alleged misconduct. A spokesperson said, “Three non‑law enforcement personnel at the U.S. Secret Service have been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation into potential misconduct. Per policy, this incident is being investigated by the Office of Professional Responsibility. We are unable to comment further at this time.”
Agency’s Commitment to Integrity
The agency emphasized its dedication to the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, noting that its “zero‑fail mission” of protecting the President and other high‑level officials demands unwavering commitment to duty, honesty, and courage. The statement highlighted that the Secret Service will continue to pursue excellence worthy of the trust placed in it by the American people.
This development comes as the Secret Service remains under intense scrutiny. President Trump has faced several assassination plots in recent years, and the agency’s response to those threats has been a focal point of national security discussions. Earlier this summer, the Secret Service was involved in a covert operation to safely extract President Trump from Turkey amid concerns about Iranian threats, an effort coordinated with the White House and supported by FBI Director Kash Patel.
In related news, a Secret Service agent assigned to Vice President JD Vance’s detail was also placed on leave after investigators suspected a leak of travel information. That probe remains ongoing.
While the specifics of the current investigation have not been disclosed, the agency’s swift action reflects a broader commitment by the Trump administration to hold federal employees accountable and maintain the integrity of institutions tasked with protecting the nation’s leaders.
Congressional leaders and watchdog groups have repeatedly called for greater transparency and oversight of the Secret Service’s internal processes. The administration’s response—promptly removing officials from duty while investigations proceed—demonstrates a proactive approach to addressing potential misconduct without compromising national security.
As the investigation unfolds, the Secret Service’s leadership reiterated that the agency will continue to uphold its mission and protect the President, Vice President, and other designated officials with the highest level of professionalism.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.
