A Secret Service agent has been removed from his position after falling asleep during security duties at the United Nations General Assembly last week, according to reports. The incident occurred while the officer was tasked with protecting high-profile officials, including former President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump.

The agent, described as an overweight African American man, allegedly left his semi-automatic rifle unattended while taking a bathroom break, according to multiple law enforcement sources. New York Police Department officers reportedly captured images of the agent asleep on duty and reported the behavior to a multi-agency command center involving the Secret Service and other agencies.

A Secret Service spokesperson confirmed that the officer was immediately relieved of operational duties after leadership was notified of the alleged misconduct. The agent returned to Washington, D.C., and was placed on administrative leave pending a disciplinary review. The agency emphasized its “strict professional standards” and stated that violations would result in immediate action.

The incident coincides with broader scrutiny of federal agencies under the Trump administration’s push to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recently criticized “woke” priorities in military hiring, urging stricter physical and behavioral standards. Similar pressure has been applied to the Secret Service, which faces ongoing questions about its DEI practices.

The officer’s actions have sparked calls for a comprehensive review of agency protocols. Critics argue that such lapses in duty undermine public trust in the organization’s ability to protect national leaders. No further details about the agent’s identity or specific disciplinary measures have been released.