Senate Approves Equal Secret Service Protection for Major Party Nominees

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The Senate unanimously approved a bill requiring the same level of Secret Service protection for presidents and major party candidates. The bill passed the House last week after President Trump faced a second assassination attempt.

Senator Rick Scott introduced the bill, citing Trump’s recent experiences as a reason for its necessity. Senator Chris Murphy, a Democrat, supported the bill but expressed doubts about its impact.

Murphy believes the upcoming supplemental funding for the Secret Service is a more effective way to enhance Trump’s security. He suggests addressing the broader issue of political violence through bipartisan dialogue.


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