President Donald Trump recently defended his decision to terminate former national security adviser John Bolton's security detail within hours of taking office. Trump stated that he believed it was appropriate to end the security protection, emphasizing that individuals should not have security for the rest of their lives once they leave a position. He also expressed his opinion of Bolton, calling him a 'very dumb person' but acknowledging that he strategically utilized Bolton's presence during meetings.
According to reports, Trump quietly terminated Bolton's security detail on Monday, shortly after assuming office. Bolton, who departed from the Trump administration in November 2019, had been receiving US Secret Service protection due to threats against him from Iran. Trump had initially removed Bolton's security protection after his departure in the first term, but President Joe Biden reinstated it upon assuming office.
Trump's decision to end Bolton's security detail has sparked discussions regarding the appropriate duration of security measures for former officials. The differing approaches taken by Trump and Biden in this regard highlight the varying perspectives on security protocols for individuals who have served in high-profile government positions.
