The U.S. Secret Service has ceased providing protection to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. following his suspension of his presidential campaign. Kennedy, who had lobbied for protection citing numerous threats and his family history of assassination, finally received it after the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Kennedy later suspended his campaign in key battleground states and endorsed Trump, though he remains on the ballot in less competitive states. The cessation of protection follows standard procedure when candidates drop out, although Kennedy has not completely terminated his campaign. The Secret Service has faced criticism for security lapses, particularly concerning the attempt on Trump's life, which resulted in injuries and a fatality.