Fallout For Secret Service After Milpitas Man Charged In White House Breach
WASHINGTON (CBS SF) – The U.S. Secret Service is
expected to discipline employees after a Milpitas man allegedly jumped over a fence at the White House in an attempt to meet President Donald Trump.
Law enforcement sources told CBS News reporter Jeff Pegues that the agency could possibly suspend or terminate employees who were involved.
Now #developing: #USSS
will discipline those involved in last week's security failure at the #WhiteHouse.
— Jeff Pegues (@jeffpeguescbs) March 17, 2017
Law enforcement #sources say #USSS
will hand out #discipline to include suspension and possible termination.
— Jeff Pegues (@jeffpeguescbs) March 17, 2017
According to authorities, 26-year-old Jonathan Tran of Milpitas jumped the fence early on March 11th and was arrested on the south grounds of the White House. Officials said he was
carrying two cans of mace at the time of his arrest.
Tran has been charged with entering restricted grounds while carrying a dangerous weapon. He faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
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