President Donald Trump has officially revoked Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden, stating that the level of security provided to the adult children of former President Joe Biden was excessive. President Trump’s decision was announced Monday, with the president calling the number of agents assigned to Hunter Biden’s detail “ridiculous.” The move immediately strips both Biden children of their protective services.
Under current law, former presidents and their spouses receive lifelong Secret Service protection, but adult children are not automatically entitled to such benefits unless specifically authorized by the sitting president. President Trump’s announcement follows reports that Hunter Biden was recently spotted on vacation in South Africa with an extensive security detail, drawing scrutiny over the continued use of taxpayer-funded protection for a private citizen facing multiple legal battles.
The decision marks another move by President Trump to rein in what he sees as government overreach and wasteful spending, particularly on individuals no longer in public service. Critics argue that the move could put the Biden children at risk, while supporters see it as an appropriate step toward enforcing Secret Service policies. As the administration prioritizes resource efficiency, this decision is just one of many aimed at reducing excessive government expenditures.