Secret Service Agent Shoots Himself on Jill Biden Guard Duty

The agent suffered a non-life-threatening injury at Philadelphia International Airport.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:06am

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A Secret Service agent on Jill Biden's security detail accidentally shot himself in the foot while handling his weapon at the Philadelphia International Airport. The Secret Service is reviewing the incident, which is the latest in a series of controversies involving agents assigned to protect the Biden family.

Why it matters

The incident raises questions about the safety and professionalism of the Secret Service, particularly when it comes to protecting the Biden family. There have been multiple prior incidents involving agents on Biden details, which has led to concerns about the risks of this assignment.

The details

The agent suffered a non-life-threatening injury when he negligently discharged his weapon while handling it at the airport. The Secret Service's Office of Professional Responsibility is reviewing the facts and circumstances of the incident.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, March 29, 2026 at the Philadelphia International Airport.

The players

Secret Service

The U.S. Secret Service is the federal law enforcement agency responsible for protecting the President, Vice President, and their families, as well as other high-profile individuals.

Jill Biden

The wife of former President Joe Biden and the former First Lady of the United States.

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What they’re saying

“The Secret Service's Office of Professional Responsibility will be reviewing the facts and circumstances of this incident. We are grateful for our law enforcement and public safety partners who provided medical assistance.”

— Secret Service Spokesperson

What’s next

The Secret Service will investigate the incident to determine the cause and whether any disciplinary action is warranted.

The takeaway

This latest incident involving a Secret Service agent on Biden detail raises ongoing concerns about the risks and challenges of protecting the former First Family, and the need for the Secret Service to ensure the highest levels of training and professionalism among its agents.