The role of the Secret Service in the United States is to protect high-ranking officials and their families.
This includes current and former presidents, vice presidents, and their close relatives. But not all protections last forever.
Changes can happen depending on political decisions, funding, and security assessments.
Donald Trump has announced that Secret Service protection for Joe Biden’s children will be revoked, reports Digi24.
Hunter Biden, 55, and Ashley Biden, 43, will no longer have government-funded security. Trump made this announcement on his social media platform, Truth Social.
He claimed that the protection provided to Hunter Biden was excessive. According to him, 18 agents were assigned to Hunter, which he called “ridiculous.”
He also said that Ashley Biden had 13 agents and would be removed from the protection list as well.
The former president criticized the cost of these security measures. He argued that taxpayer money should not be used for this purpose.
His statements come as part of a series of renewed attacks against Joe Biden. Trump has repeatedly questioned Biden’s mental fitness.
He has also suggested that legal action should be taken against his political opponents.
This includes those who were pardoned by Joe Biden during his presidency.
Hunter Biden has been a frequent target of right-wing criticism. He was found guilty in two cases, one involving illegal firearm possession and another related to tax fraud.
Trump has used these legal troubles to fuel his attacks. He also pointed out that Hunter is currently vacationing in South Africa.
In his post, Trump implied that this was inappropriate given the country’s human rights issues.
This decision to remove Secret Service protection raises security concerns. Public figures, especially those with high-profile controversies, can face threats.
Critics argue that the move is politically motivated. Supporters believe it is a necessary cost-cutting measure.
The debate over how much protection former presidential family members should receive is ongoing.
For now, Hunter and Ashley Biden will have to rely on private security if they choose to maintain personal protection.
