A U.S. Secret Service agent, Anthony Pough, was placed on leave and had his security clearance revoked after posting negative comments about conservative influencer Charlie Kirk on Facebook. Secret Service Director Sean Curran stated that politically motivated attacks are rising and agents must avoid actions that exacerbate the situation. The agency emphasized its zero-tolerance policy for violating its code of conduct, initiating an investigation into Pough's actions. Curran's memo to staff stressed the importance of maintaining the highest standards of conduct and avoiding political bias.

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