The US Secret Service Director, Sean Curran, has revealed leadership changes within the agency, following a trend seen in other Trump administration agencies. This move comes as agency heads typically seek to bring in their own teams.
It is noteworthy that the Secret Service rarely witnesses significant shuffling at the top when a new administration takes over. Concerns have been raised about the loss of institutional knowledge as several key figures have departed since the incident involving Donald Trump in Pennsylvania on July 13.
In a statement, Curran expressed gratitude to former acting Director Ron Rowe for his service, acknowledging his handling of the past six months with grace and responsibility. The future role of Rowe remains uncertain as Darryl Volpicelli continues as the acting Deputy Director.
Chief Counsel Thomas Huse, Office of Strategic Intelligence and Information Assistant Director Dave Torres, and Office of Protective Operations Acting Assistant Director James Donahue are among those leaving or reassigning roles. Notably, Stu Allison, who led former President Joe Biden's detail, has been appointed as the assistant director of protective operations.
Two external individuals are joining the leadership team: Tyler E. McQuiston, a former deputy assistant director, will serve as the chief of staff, while attorney Richard Giuditta, Jr., will act as a senior advisor to Curran.
An independent panel under the Department of Homeland Security had previously recommended replacing agency leadership with external individuals to address cultural issues within the Secret Service, including a perceived sense of complacency.
