Calls for Secret Service Protection for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Calls for independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to get Secret Service protection were renewed following the attempted assassination of former President Trump at a weekend rally in Pennsylvania. Kennedy, nephew of former President Kennedy and son of former Attorney General Robert Kennedy, has argued he has an increased risk due to his family history.
Key Points
- Kennedy is running for president as an independent candidate
- He has pointed to the assassination of his father and uncle as reasons for needing protection
- Political figures from both sides of the aisle have emphasized the need for Kennedy to receive Secret Service protection
Pros
- Renewed calls for Secret Service protection following the attempted assassination of former President Trump
- Kennedy has an increased risk due to his family history
Cons
- Requests for Secret Service protection have been denied in the past