The Secret Service is a federal law enforcement agency that is part of the United States Department of Homeland Security. It is responsible for protecting the President of the United States, Vice President, their families, and other dignitaries. The Secret Service also investigates financial crimes such as counterfeiting and fraud. The term 'INTELLIGENCE' is often used to describe the activities of the Secret Service, as they are tasked with gathering information and analyzing it to protect the President and other important figures.