Secret Service Opens 10,000 Threat Investigations in 2026, Citing 40% Surge

U.S. Secret Service Director Sean Curran announced on Wednesday that the agency has opened more than 10,000 investigations into threats against protectees so far in 2026, representing a 40-percent increase compared to the previous year. Curran described the threat environment as 'off the charts' and 'very volatile,' highlighting a significant escalation in security risks for individuals under Secret Service protection. The remarks were made to reporters, though the full context of the statement was cut off. The surge underscores growing concerns about political violence and security threats in the United States.