Trump Names Sean Curran, Protector in Butler Assassination Attempt, as Secret Service Director

Jan 23, 2025, 12:42 AM

President Donald Trump has appointed Sean Curran as the new Director of the United States Secret Service. Curran, who previously led Trump's personal security detail, was on stage with the President during an assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania. Announcing the appointment on Truth Social, Trump commended Curran for his 'fearless courage' in protecting him during the incident, calling him a 'Great Patriot' who has protected his family over the years. 'He proved his fearless courage when he risked his own life to help save mine from an assassin's bullet in Butler, Pennsylvania,' Trump said. 'I have complete and total confidence in Sean to make the United States a safer place.' Curran's appointment reflects his 23 years of experience in law enforcement, including key roles in protection and intelligence.