The spotlight is perpetually on the First Family, drawing public attention and scrutiny.

Consequently, ensuring their safety is paramount. The U.S. Secret Service plays a crucial role in safeguarding the president, first lady, and their children, facilitating their secure travel from place to place. This responsibility requires meticulous planning and execution to prevent any potential incidents that could threaten their safety and well-being.

For almost 80 years, U.S. presidents and their families have been assigned unique code names by the Secret Service, which serve to reflect their personalities and traits in a memorable way. The practice began in 1945 primarily for security purposes, especially when electronic communications could not be encrypted. Even today, these code names are vital for maintaining clarity and ensuring efficient communication among agents.

?As time has passed, the individuals being protected have often embodied the essence of their assigned call signs,? stated former Secret Service special agent Jonathan Wackrow in an interview with CNN in 2020. ?For instance, with former President Barack Obama, the code name ?Renegade? perfectly encapsulates his approach of challenging the status quo, while former First Lady Barbara Bush, who was designated as ?Tranquility,? resonated with the calming presence she provided during tumultuous times.?

This year, there is no need for the agency to devise new code names, as President-elect Donald Trump is set to retain his existing moniker from his previous administration. He will be inaugurated on Jan. 20 as the 47th president of the United States, four years after his defeat in the 2020 election to the now-outgoing President Joe Biden.