Secret Service Chief Pierson Resigns Amid Security Lapses

The transcript discusses the resignation of a Secret Service official and the appointment of a new acting head. It highlights the need for an independent review of security protocols following several incidents, including a fence jumper at the White House. The discussion also touches on cultural issues within the Secret Service and the importance of recognizing the successful efforts of its agents. The conversation concludes with a reflection on security lapses and their consequences.

Who was appointed as the acting head of the Secret Service after Julia Pierson's resignation?

• Joseph Chaney

• Josh Earnest

• Jeh Johnson

• Peter Cook

What incident led to the independent review of the Secret Service?

• Gatecrashers at the White House State Dinner

• Agents using prostitutes in Colombia

• Fence-jumping at the White House

• Armed security guard in Atlanta

Which year did the scandal involving Secret Service agents in Colombia occur?

• 2011

• 2014

• 2012

• 2009

What is emphasized as necessary to address the issues within the Secret Service?

• Independent review

• Public awareness

• More training

• Increased funding

What factor might have contributed to the security lapse during the fence-jumping incident?

• Technical malfunction

• Lack of training

• Insufficient personnel

• Obama family's absence