Hawley Demands Transparency on Trump's Secret Service Protection

Senator Josh Hawley has raised serious concerns regarding the U.S. Secret Service's protection of former President Donald Trump, following two assassination attempts over the summer. Whistleblowers have alleged that the Secret Service has been denying Department of Homeland Security auditors access to Trump’s campaign events to conceal lapses in his security detail. Hawley has sent letters to USSS and DHS officials demanding explanations and transparency, accusing the agency of attempting to cover up these failures. Despite claims from USSS leadership that Trump receives the highest level of protection, whistleblower accounts suggest otherwise, leading to multiple investigations into the agency's performance. The Secret Service has reportedly increased security measures, but significant doubts remain about the adequacy of Trump's protection. These revelations have sparked bipartisan concern and legislative action to ensure all presidential candidates receive presidential-level protection.