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Trump Orders Secret Service to End Kamala Harris’s Protection on Sept. 1

Her post-vice-presidential coverage had been extended to one year during Joe Biden’s term.

Overview

  • A Harris spokesperson confirmed the withdrawal of her Secret Service detail to Fox News.
  • CNN reported a letter to Harris dated Thursday that sets the termination of the additional coverage for September 1.
  • The customary six-month protection for former vice presidents was extended to one year under Biden, which applied to Harris.
  • Trump has also removed federal protection from Hunter and Ashley Biden and former national security adviser John Bolton, according to reports.
  • A Harris adviser told CNN she is grateful to the Secret Service for its dedication, as some outlets framed the move as a cost-cutting step.