A.T. Smith, the number two agent of the Secret Service, steps down

http://news.yahoo.com/secret-deputy-director-steps-down-agency-192320253.html

Smith has served as deputy director since April 2012 and was responsible for daily operations, including 6,500 employees, at the agency charged with protecting the president, it said.

“Deputy Director Smith has had an exceptional law enforcement career spanning nearly 29 years within the United States Secret Service. His contributions to the agency have been invaluable,” said Secret Service Acting Director Joseph P. Clancy. 

In January, the Secret Service forced aside four senior officials while another has opted to retire.