President Donald Trump has controversially cancelled former Vice President Kamala Harris' Secret Service detail just seven months after her departure from office. Citing legal grounds, the Secret Service typically offers protection to former vice-presidents for a limited timeframe, yet Biden had previously extended her coverage, reflecting a more cautious response to potential threats. Local leaders, including California Governor Gavin Newsom, have voiced concerns, suggesting the move may be politically motivated.

Following the termination of her security, Harris' team is said to believe that her position as the first female and first person of color to be vice president could expose her to heightened threats. Indeed, past incidents involved public threats during her term, stirring up debate over the necessity of security arrangements.

As Harris prepares for a nationwide book tour scheduled to promote her book 107 Days, the implications of her security withdrawal raise questions about political retribution, safety protocols, and the evolving standards governing post-office protections. Trump’s administration’s pattern of revoking security for former officials adds another layer of complexity to the situation.