Nikki Haley Nears Secret Service Protection Approval Amid Campaign Threats
The congressional advisory committee has recommended Secret Service protection for Nikki Haley, forwarding the decision to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
- Nikki Haley, the only major GOP challenger to Donald Trump in the 2024 primary, has faced increasing threats, prompting her to seek Secret Service protection.
- A congressional advisory committee, including top leaders from both houses, has recommended granting Haley the protective detail.
- The Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is set to make the final decision on Haley's request for protection.
- Haley has reported two 'swatting' attempts at her South Carolina home, heightening concerns for her safety.
- Presidential and vice presidential candidates are entitled to Secret Service protection 120 days before a general election, but requests have been coming in earlier than in past elections.