Robert F. Kennedy Jr. launches bid for president, amasses $1.4 million debt to a private security firm, while President Biden denies Secret Service protection requests. Kennedy's campaign raised $3.1 million in February but spent $2.8 million. De Becker, a security specialist and Kennedy's friend, has donated millions to Kennedy's super PAC. Despite raising $28 million, Kennedy has $5 million cash on hand. Biden's campaign has $71 million cash on hand. Kennedy criticizes Biden for rejecting Secret Service protection requests despite documented death threats. Biden's Homeland Security Secretary deems protection not warranted at this time.
Key Points
Kennedy's campaign raised $3.1 million in February but spent $2.8 million
De Becker donated $4 million to Kennedy's super PAC American Values 2024
Kennedy has $5 million cash on hand despite raising $28 million
Biden's campaign reported $71 million cash on hand at the end of February
Pros
Kennedy has raised significant funds for his presidential campaign
De Becker, a security specialist and Kennedy's friend, has supported Kennedy's campaign financially
Cons
Kennedy's campaign has amassed $1.4 million in debt to a private security firm
President Biden has denied Kennedy's requests for Secret Service protection despite documented death threats