60 Minutes Transcript: Secret Service confronts rise in threats
Summary
The U.S. Secret Service is facing a large rise in threats against the people it protects, especially President Donald Trump. The agency reported over 10,000 threat cases this year, driven in part by the internet and social media, as well as mental health challenges.Key Facts
- The Secret Service was created 161 years ago, originally to fight counterfeit money but now focuses on protecting presidents and top officials.
- Threats against protectees have increased by more than 40% compared to last year.
- There have been 10,000 threats reported so far this year, with the year not yet over.
- President Trump has faced three assassination attempts in the past two and a half years.
- The rise in threats is connected to easier online access to information and social media influence.
- The agency does not classify threats by political side but investigates each one thoroughly.
- Mental health issues are seen as a major factor contributing to the increase in threats.
- External threats have also grown, including those related to the ongoing conflict with Iran.
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