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Statement from Acting Secretary Wolf on NSSE Designation

Release Date: January 11, 2021

The Acting Secretary released the following statement on the National Special Security Event designation for the inauguration of President-elect Biden:

"In light of events of the past week and the evolving security landscape leading up to the inauguration and at the recommendation of Secret Service Director James Murray, I have instructed the U.S. Secret Service to begin the National Special Security Event operations for the 2021 Inauguration effective Wednesday, January 13th instead of January 19th. Our federal, state, and local partners will continue to coordinate their plans and position resources for this important event."

Last Updated: 02/05/2021
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