February 22, 2026 at 05:40PM
Here Are the Rare Instances of Fatal Shootings by the Secret Service
A recent incident at President Trump’s Florida club ended in the fatal shooting of an armed man by Secret Service agents, marking a rare lethal encounter for the agency in its 160-year history.
The event adds to a small record of fatal shootings by the Secret Service, highlighting ongoing concerns about safety and the agency’s use-of-force protocols during protective duties.
Investigations are expected to review the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the threat level, response actions, and chain-of-command decisions made by agents on the scene.