President Donald Trump has terminated Dr. Anthony Fauci’s security detail that was being provided and paid for by the National Institutes of Health. The decision to pull the security detail was made on Thursday night, according to a source familiar with the situation.
Dr. Fauci, who has been a prominent figure in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, continues to face ongoing threats due to his public-facing role. In response to the termination of his security detail, Fauci has taken matters into his own hands and hired private security that he will pay for himself, the source revealed.
This move by President Trump is part of what has been described as a 'retribution tour' against officials who previously served under him. In addition to Dr. Fauci, security details have also been yanked from John Bolton and Mike Pompeo.
Dr. Fauci's role as the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has made him a target for criticism and threats from various quarters. Despite the challenges he faces, Dr. Fauci remains committed to his work and will now rely on his own private security to ensure his safety.
The decision to remove Dr. Fauci's security detail has raised concerns about the safety of public officials who are tasked with addressing critical issues such as the ongoing pandemic. It also highlights the contentious relationship between President Trump and certain members of his former administration.
