Securing Events
We secure events of national security importance, such as the State of the Union address each year, or the presidential inauguration each new presidential term. The Presidential Protection Act of 2000 grants us authority to participate in the "planning, coordination and implementation of security operations at special events of national significance."
National Special Security Events
When an event is designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security as a National Special Security Event, the Secret Service assumes its mandated role as the lead agency for the design and implementation of the operational security plan.
Law Enforcement and Community Partners
The Secret Service has developed a core strategy to carry out its security operations, which relies heavily on its established partnerships with law enforcement and public safety officials at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to provide a safe and secure environment for Secret Service protectees, other dignitaries, the event participants and the general public.
National Special Security Events
Examples of events designated as National Special Security Events by the Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Presidential Inaugurations
State of the Union Address
United Nations General Assembly
Democratic National Convention
Republican National Convention