Agent on Jill Biden’s Secret Service detail accidentally shot himself in the leg, official says
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Key Points:
- A U.S. Secret Service special agent assigned to former first lady Jill Biden's security detail accidentally shot himself in the leg at Philadelphia International Airport on Friday morning.
- The injury was non-life-threatening, and the agent received medical assistance at the airport before being evaluated at a local hospital in stable condition.
- The incident occurred during a protective assignment but did not involve the former first lady, who was at the airport but not present during the shooting.
- The agency's Office of Professional Responsibility is expected to investigate the negligent discharge, raising concerns about the pressures on the Secret Service workforce.
- The first lady’s office declined to comment, and no other injuries were reported.
