Former President Donald Trump has revoked Kamala Harris’ Secret Service protection, effective September 1, 2025, as detailed in a memorandum obtained by NOTUS. A senior official from the White House confirmed the revocation, indicating a shift in security protocols for the former vice president.
The official memorandum directed Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem to discontinue any security measures that were previously authorized by executive order, except for those mandated by law. The directive stated, “You are hereby authorized to discontinue any security-related procedures previously authorized by Executive Memorandum, beyond those required by law, for the following individual: Former Vice President Kamala D. Harris.”
Traditionally, former presidents receive Secret Service protection for life, while former vice presidents, along with their spouses and children under the age of 16, retain protection for six months after leaving office. For Harris, this would have meant that her protection ended on July 21, 2025. Nevertheless, former President Joe Biden extended her Secret Service detail for an additional year through an undisclosed directive before leaving office.
In response to the revocation, Kirsten Allen, a senior adviser to Harris, expressed gratitude for the Secret Service’s professionalism and commitment to safety. “The Vice President is grateful to the United States Secret Service for their professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment to safety,” Allen stated.
Harris, who is also the Democratic presidential nominee for the upcoming 2024 election, is preparing for a multi-state tour to promote her new book, “107 Days,” which reflects on her campaign for the presidency. The timing of the revocation raises questions, especially considering previous concerns about her safety after her vice presidential tenure.
In August 2024, authorities arrested a man in Virginia for making death threats against Harris, highlighting ongoing security concerns. Additionally, during the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, Harris was inside the Democratic National Committee headquarters when law enforcement discovered a pipe bomb nearby.
Trump’s decision to revoke Harris’ protection is not an isolated incident. Earlier this year, he also ended Secret Service protection for Hunter Biden and Ashley Biden, the adult children of President Biden. Furthermore, Trump has stated he revoked security clearances for several individuals associated with the Biden administration, including both Biden and Harris.
This decision arrives amidst a turbulent political landscape, where security for former officials has drawn significant attention. As Harris embarks on her promotional tour, the implications of Trump’s decision remain to be seen, especially in light of recent threats and incidents from her past.
The article was produced as part of a collaboration between NOTUS and NEWSWELL, which includes publications such as Times of San Diego, Santa Barbara News-Press, and Stocktonia.