How was Trump attacked right under the FBI’s nose, why did the secret service fail?

The United States Secret Service was created under the Treasury Department in 1865 and was primarily tasked with combating rampant counterfeiting after the Civil War. At the time, counterfeiters flooded the market with fake money, and reports said as much as one-third of the money in circulation was counterfeit. The Secret Service’s initial mission focused on investigating and apprehending individuals involved in counterfeiting operations that posed a significant threat to the stability of the economy and the country’s financial integrity. Over time, the agency’s remit expanded to include protecting national leaders, visiting dignitaries, and the United States’ financial infrastructure. Although its protective role has evolved, its legacy as a watchdog against financial crime remains an integral part of its mission.