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Trump Revokes Kamala Harris' Secret Service Protection

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Above: Kamala Harris speaks at the Emerge 20th Anniversary Gala in San Francisco on April 30, 2025. Image copyright: Camille Cohen/AFP/Getty Images

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The Spin

Republican narrative

Trump is simply following standard protocol by ending Harris' protection after the legally required six months expired in July. Biden's last-minute extension was an unusual departure from normal practice that created an unfair burden on taxpayers and Secret Service resources. The decision aligns with fiscal responsibility and ensures equal treatment.

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Democratic narrative

This reckless move puts Harris in danger during a volatile political climate when she faces ongoing threats as the first Black woman vice president. Stripping protection right before her high-profile book tour is a vindictive act of political retaliation that prioritizes spite over safety. Public officials deserve consistent security regardless of political differences.

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