Secret Service Opens Over 10,000 Threat Investigations in 2026

The U.S. Secret Service announced on Wednesday that it has opened more than 10,000 investigations into threats against protectees this year, a 40‑percent increase over the previous year, according to Director Sean Curran. In a briefing to reporters, Curran described the rise as “off the charts” and noted that the overall threat environment has become “very volatile.”

The agency’s investigations cover a broad range of potential risks to the President, Vice President, their families, former presidents, visiting heads of state, and other individuals protected by the Secret Service. Curran said the uptick reflects a surge in both online and offline threats, prompting the agency to expand its monitoring and response capabilities. He emphasized that the heightened vigilance is part of the Secret Service’s ongoing effort to adapt to evolving security challenges.

The Director’s remarks underscore the growing complexity of protecting high‑profile officials in an increasingly unpredictable threat landscape. The Secret Service remains committed to maintaining robust protective measures while continuing to investigate and mitigate potential risks to its protectees.