Once again, the U.S. Secret Service’s ability to protect the president is questionable. Various congressional committees will soon conduct inquisitions. Representatives and senators will stand tall, pop out their chests, pontificate, and strut about like peafowl only to lay blame. We the people will watch another dog and pony show. The pre-coordinated, pre-rehearsed play’s expenditures are taxpayer dollars, time, effort, and hot air. The single accomplishment is monies flowing into the coffers of elected thespians so they can perform their theatrics for another term in office.

The solution is simple. Remove the Secret Service from the Department of Homeland Security and reestablish it within the Department of the Treasury where it used to reside. There, it is less likely to suffer government shutdowns directly attributed to Democratic versus Republican political performances. It will not have to compete for resources against other law enforcement. It will have the assets to protect the president – Congress won’t close the office of money. The safety of the president deserves no less.