How much responsibility is on Trump? [View all]
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Trump is a former President and the Republican nominee in 2024. He deserves Secret Service protection. But, when they tell him that outdoor rallies result in increased risk to him and them, Trump should try to abide by their recommendations. There is no reason Trump can't have the same rallies indoors. The same goes for "spur of the moment" plans. "It looks like a good day for golf. Let's go". Trump should consider the risk. If there is going to be a golf outing, especially at one of his own properties, give 24 hours' notice and shut the place down to all other outside guests. Give the Secret Service enough time to secure the perimeter.
It seems to me that Trump takes far too many unnecessary risks and then blames everyone else when something happens. Let's face it, all 4 candidates and President Biden are all at risk from some crazed lunatic. But it seems as though everyone else but Trump, reduces those risks.
Both close call incidents happened because Trump wants outdoor rallies in difficult to secure venues or makes impulsive decisions as he did Sunday. He should be required to choose easier to secure indoor venues or airport tarmacs, and golf with proper notice. The problem is, Trump wants to do what he wants, when he wants.
No one should be subject to danger for seeking public office. But those people who require protection need to let the professionals make the hard decisions to reduce those risks, especially during the few months leading up to the election.
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