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Secret Service Ends Protection for RFK Jr. After Campaign Exit, Trump Endorsement

Aug 25, 2024, 03:57 PM

The Secret Service will no longer provide security for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. following his withdrawal from the presidential race. This decision comes after Kennedy endorsed President Trump, leading to speculation about the reasons behind the removal of his protective detail. According to NBC News, the Secret Service concluded its protection as outlined in an executive order following the suspension of Kennedy's campaign. Kennedy had previously requested Secret Service protection multiple times, which were denied by the Biden-Harris administration. The protection was initially set up last month after the Trump assassination attempt.