U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson representing Louisiana's 4th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson representing Louisiana's 4th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Speaker Johnson has expressed his approval following the House's passage of the Enhanced Presidential Security Act of 2024. This legislative move comes in response to a recent assassination attempt on Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, marking the second such incident in less than two months.
"It is surreal to say that there was a second attempt on Donald Trump’s life in less than two months," Johnson stated. He emphasized the current dangerous situation and the necessity for increased Secret Service protection for Trump. "He needs and deserves increased Secret Service protection to ensure his safety amid the significant threats he faces."
The new legislation mandates that the Secret Service Director apply equal standards when assigning agents to protect both sitting presidents and major candidates for president and vice president. With only 46 days remaining until Election Day, Johnson urged swift action from the Senate. "The Senate should immediately vote on this legislation and send it to Biden’s desk for his signature," he said.
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