History of Director of the United States Secret Service in Timeline
The Director of the United States Secret Service leads the agency and oversees its daily activities.
1965: Title of Secret Service Head Changes to Director
In 1965, the head of the Secret Service's title was changed from "Chief of the Secret Service" to "Director of the Secret Service".
March 1, 2003: Secret Service Transfers to Department of Homeland Security
On March 1, 2003, the Secret Service was moved from the United States Department of the Treasury to the Department of Homeland Security.
March 27, 2013: Julia Pierson Becomes First Female Director of the Secret Service
President Barack Obama appointed Julia Pierson as the 23rd director of the Secret Service on March 27, 2013, marking the first time a woman held the position.
October 1, 2014: Joseph Clancy Becomes Director of the Secret Service
On October 1, 2014, retired agent and former head of the Presidential Protective Division, Joseph Clancy, assumed the role of Director of the Secret Service.
March 4, 2017: Joseph Clancy Retires, Leaving Director Position Vacant
Director Joseph Clancy retired on March 4, 2017, leaving the position vacant until President Donald Trump nominated a replacement.
April 25, 2017: Randolph Alles Appointed Director of the Secret Service
On April 25, 2017, Randolph Alles, who had been serving as the acting deputy commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, was appointed Director of the Secret Service by President Donald Trump.
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