Charleston, South Carolina – Former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, has requested protection from the Secret Service after experiencing a rise in threats. The move comes amid speculation about Haley’s future political aspirations. While the specific nature of the threats has not been disclosed, the request for Secret Service protection is a rare step for someone who is not currently holding public office.
Haley served as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations from 2017 to 2018 and was the governor of South Carolina from 2011 to 2017. She has been a prominent figure in the Republican Party and is seen as a potential candidate for higher office in the future. The decision to seek protection from the Secret Service could indicate that she is seriously considering a run for the presidency or another high-profile political position.
The threat assessment conducted by the Secret Service will determine the level of protection provided to Haley. The agency is responsible for protecting current and former presidents, as well as their families, as well as other high-profile individuals designated by the Department of Homeland Security.
Haley is not the only political figure to have requested Secret Service protection in recent times. The agency has also been asked to provide protection for other prominent individuals who are potential targets for threats or attacks. The decision to seek such protection reflects the increasingly polarized and contentious nature of American politics.