Secret Service agents protecting Biden’s granddaughter open fire when 3 people try to break into SUV - eviltoast
  • Can_you_change_your_username@kbin.social
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    1 year ago

    The Secret Service are police. They are most well known for protecting presidents and their families but their original and primary mandate is to protect the integrity of US currency. They have jurisdiction over all federal financial crimes and a particular focus on counterfeiting.

    • GONADS125@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      I understand that. What I meant was in comparison to local police and Sherrifs departments. I certainly don’t view them the same, just as I have different expectations from FBI, DEA, etc. (None very positive, mind you…)