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Acting Director Ronald Row of the Secret Service emphasized that the agency fully acknowledged its deficiencies on that day. He stated that it would take time to address these failures adequately and ensure accountability. The commitment to implement systemic reforms includes substantial changes in operational procedures, enhancing training for personnel, and developing a culture of transparency and accountability.
Row referred to various actions initiated since the July 13 incident to elevate the quality of security, including:
Expansion of unmanned aerial systems for more robust aerial observation at events.
Establishing unified command structures at protected locations.