Fri Jan 24 18:14:09 UTC 2025: ## Trump Revokes Security for Fauci, Bolton, and Others, Denies Responsibility

**Raleigh, NC** – Former President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for several of his former advisors, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, despite the latter receiving death threats. Trump, speaking during a visit to North Carolina to assess flood damage, stated that government service does not entitle individuals to lifelong security details.

This action follows the earlier withdrawal of protection for former National Security Advisor John Bolton. The New York Times reports that former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and his top aide, Brian Hook, have also had their government-provided security revoked.

When questioned about potential responsibility if harm befell Fauci or Bolton, Trump emphatically denied any culpability, asserting that these individuals are wealthy enough to hire private security. He even offered to provide them with contact information for reputable security firms.

Dr. Fauci, who served as the nation’s leading infectious disease expert during the Trump administration, has faced significant harassment and numerous death threats from right-wing groups. In response to the threat, former President Biden issued a preemptive pardon to Fauci earlier this week.

Mr. Bolton, a vocal Trump critic, has also been the target of an alleged Iranian assassination plot, with the State Department offering a $20 million reward for information leading to the arrest of the alleged mastermind. US officials have further accused Iran of plotting to assassinate Trump himself in retaliation for the 2020 killing of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. The revocation of security detail for these high-profile figures has sparked significant controversy.

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