In a shocking and unprecedented move, President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, effective immediately. This dramatic decision, confirmed by a senior White House official, raises serious questions about the safety and security of Harris as she prepares to embark on a highly publicized book tour for her memoir, “107 Days,” which is set to be released next month.
Typically, former vice presidents receive federal protection for six months after leaving office, but Harris had been granted an extension to 18 months under a directive signed by President Joe Biden. This extension was meant to ensure her safety, especially given the politically charged climate and the threats faced by public figures. However, Trump’s abrupt action, which comes just days before Harris’s book launch, signals a stark shift in the political landscape.
Sources familiar with the matter revealed that an executive memorandum was issued to the Department of Homeland Security, terminating Harris’s security detail that was previously set to last until July 2026. This decision follows a tumultuous election cycle, where Harris became the Democratic nominee after a chaotic series of events, and comes amid heightened tensions in the political arena.
The implications of this move cannot be overstated. Harris, a former California Attorney General and San Francisco District Attorney, is now left vulnerable as she steps back into the public eye. The revocation of her protection not only raises concerns about her personal safety but also reflects the deepening divisions in American politics. As the nation watches closely, the fallout from this decision is sure to reverberate throughout the political landscape in the days to come.