Despite intelligence warnings of Iranian plots targeting former officials, including John Bolton, Mike Pompeo, and Brian Hook, President Trump rescinded their government-provided security details upon his return to office. This decision, impacting individuals whose security threats stemmed directly from Trump’s policies, reflects a pattern of retribution against perceived disloyal former aides. Similarly, Dr. Anthony Fauci, also subject to ongoing threats, was stripped of his protection. Trump defended his actions, claiming former officials could afford private security, despite acknowledging the ongoing threats.
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President Trump ended Dr. Anthony Fauci’s federal security detail, following the termination of protection for several other former Trump aides who have become critics. This decision comes despite ongoing threats against Fauci and others, with Trump stating he feels no responsibility for their safety. Trump’s justification cited the individuals’ financial abilities to secure private protection, a stance at odds with the Biden administration’s continuation of security for these individuals due to credible threats. This action follows similar revocations of security for former officials like Mike Pompeo and John Bolton.
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President Trump ended Dr. Anthony Fauci’s NIH-funded security detail, prompting Fauci to hire private security due to continued threats. This action follows Trump’s withdrawal of security from other former officials, a move he justifies by citing their financial capabilities. Trump denies responsibility for any potential harm to Fauci or others, despite their facing ongoing threats linked to their public service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci, who served for decades as the nation’s top infectious disease expert, has directly linked increased death threats to public figures propagating COVID-19 conspiracy theories.
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John Q. Hosedrinker