The Controversy Surrounding Kamala Harris' Security Detail Withdrawal
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has had her Secret Service protection revoked by President Trump, leading to claims of political motivations amidst legal frameworks allowing such changes.
President Donald Trump canceled Harris' Secret Service detail just seven months after she left office, following her unsuccessful presidential campaign. Under U.S. law, former vice-presidents receive protection for up to six months after their term ends, but this can be extended under certain circumstances.
Critics, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, suggest that this withdrawal is politically motivated. Notably, despite extending protections for Harris during her term, President Biden's decision to extend her security before leaving office might raise questions over current practices concerning protective details for political figures.
Security experts indicate that while there may not have been alarming threats detected against Harris recently, concerns persist regarding her profile as the first woman and person of color to serve as vice president, which raises her visibility and potential threats she may face.
This decision arrives shortly before Harris embarks on a national tour for her upcoming book, intensifying scrutiny over her security arrangements. The move has echoes of previous political dynamics seen during Trump's presidency, underlining the complexities of security protocols in politically charged environments.
