Date: September 18th, 2024 3:02 PM
Author: Mainlining the $ecret truth of the univer$e (My "Mahchine" Is 40 Percent "There" in less than 2 weeks)
The U.S. Secret Service currently protects 36 persons, as reported by NPR today, including current and former political leaders, their families, certain visiting dignitaries, and others deemed to require protection. While the agency does not publicly release the full list for security reasons, based on established norms and public knowledge, here is a breakdown of individuals typically protected by the Secret Service, along with details about the level of protection they likely receive.
1. President of the United States
Joe Biden
Level of Protection: The President receives the most comprehensive and intense level of protection, typically involving a core team of 100+ agents who rotate throughout the day, ensuring 24/7 security. At public events or during travel, this team expands significantly with local law enforcement coordination. The President’s protection involves:
Close-in agents surrounding the President at all times.
Special Response Teams (SRT) on standby, ready to act in emergencies.
Motorcade security, including the armored "Beast," flanked by decoy vehicles and support SUVs filled with additional agents.
Helicopter support such as Marine One or air surveillance.
Counter-sniper units deployed at strategic positions.
Advanced electronic jamming technology to prevent remote-triggered explosives.
Drone surveillance, especially in outdoor or large crowd environments.
Secure communications and encrypted satellite phones.
Comprehensive threat assessment units working alongside federal and local law enforcement to ensure constant intelligence updates.
Medical staff and tactical medics in the motorcade.
2. First Family
Jill Biden (First Lady)
Hunter Biden (President Biden's son)
Ashley Biden (President Biden's daughter)
Level of Protection: The First Lady and immediate family members each have a dedicated protective detail. Their level of protection includes:
15-30 agents assigned for daily activities, increasing during public appearances or foreign trips.
Armored SUVs for ground travel.
Motorcade support involving decoy vehicles and secure routes.
Advance teams that scout locations and secure hotel suites or event venues.
Jamming technology in motorcades to block potential threats, particularly at high-profile public events.
3. Vice President of the United States
Kamala Harris
Level of Protection: The Vice President’s protection mirrors that of the President, with 50-100 agents assigned to protect her around the clock. Details include:
Special Operations Teams prepared for immediate action.
Armored motorcades, flanked by police escorts.
Air transport security via helicopters or secure planes, like Air Force Two.
Sniper teams and bomb squads regularly deployed at public events.
Signal-jamming tech and drone countermeasures for protection in crowded areas.
4. Second Family
Doug Emhoff (Second Gentleman)
Cole Emhoff (Kamala Harris's stepson)
Ella Emhoff (Kamala Harris's stepdaughter)
Level of Protection: Protection for the second family is scaled down compared to the President's family but still robust. 10-15 agents rotate on duty for Doug Emhoff and the children, with increased security at events. They also travel in armored vehicles with advance teams scouting locations.
5. Former Presidents (and their families)
Former Presidents and their spouses are entitled to lifetime protection under the Former Presidents Protection Act of 2012. Their children receive protection until they turn 16.
Donald Trump
Melania Trump (Former First Lady)
Barron Trump (Son)
Ivanka Trump (Daughter) [Continues receiving protection due to her role in the administration]
Donald Trump Jr. (Son)
Eric Trump (Son)
Level of Protection: Trump’s status as a former president and 2024 candidate places him under heavy protection, with 50+ agents assigned to him. His family members receive 10-20 agents each due to their high profiles.
Special response teams travel with Trump during public appearances, particularly for his rallies.
Drone and counter-surveillance measures are often deployed during outdoor events.
Armored limousines and motorcades accompany him for domestic and international travel.
Private security coordination with his personal bodyguards supplements the official detail, especially at Trump properties like Mar-a-Lago.
Barack Obama
Michelle Obama (Former First Lady)
Malia Obama (Daughter)
Sasha Obama (Daughter)
Level of Protection: Barack Obama, with his international speaking engagements, continues to have 30-40 agents on his detail. Michelle Obama and the daughters receive 10-15 agents, particularly when attending public events or traveling abroad.
Comprehensive security at public events with the use of motorcades, encrypted communications, and surveillance teams.
George W. Bush
Laura Bush (Former First Lady)
Barbara Bush (Daughter)
Jenna Bush Hager (Daughter)
Level of Protection: The Bush family has a dedicated detail of 20-30 agents, with increased security during international appearances. Barbara and Jenna have smaller details but are still covered for large public events.
Bill Clinton
Hillary Clinton (Former First Lady and Former Secretary of State)
Level of Protection: Both Bill and Hillary Clinton have significant security due to their political profiles, with 30-40 agents assigned to their team. Hillary’s public appearances and book tours are more heavily guarded, often involving special response units.
6. Former Vice Presidents
Mike Pence
Karen Pence (Former Second Lady)
Level of Protection: Given his recent role and potential future political candidacy, Pence’s security team involves 20-30 agents. This is scaled up for public speaking events or rallies.
Dick Cheney
Al Gore
Level of Protection: Both Cheney and Gore receive lifetime protection, but with a reduced number of agents—likely 5-10 agents, mostly for public appearances or travel.
7. Major Presidential and Vice-Presidential Candidates
Donald Trump (2024 candidate)
Ron DeSantis (2024 candidate)
Joe Biden (2024 candidate)
Level of Protection: Major candidates have protection ramped up for campaign events, particularly during rallies and debates. 25-50 agents are typically assigned per candidate, with tactical units available for high-risk events.
Advanced drone surveillance, motorcade escorts, and helicopter air support may be utilized during outdoor rallies and debates.
Sniper teams and crowd control units often secure public spaces before events.
8. Other Persons of Interest
Secretary of Homeland Security (Alejandro Mayorkas)
Level of Protection: Due to his high-profile position, Mayorkas has 15-20 agents on duty, with more security during times of heightened national security.
Secretary of State (Antony Blinken)
Level of Protection: Blinken’s international role requires significant protection, often involving 30+ agents. His detail includes:
Armored vehicles and secure routes during international diplomacy.
Air support, particularly in regions with heightened security concerns.
Special operations units deployed when traveling to war zones or unstable regions.
Foreign dignitaries and visiting heads of state:
Level of Protection: Visiting heads of state often receive 10-20 agents during official visits. High-profile figures like the UK Prime Minister or French President receive additional SWAT support for high-risk engagements.
9. Special Circumstances
Supreme Court Justices (during high-threat periods)
Level of Protection: Justices may receive 5-10 agents during times of increased threats, with more protection during high-profile cases.
Leaders of Congress:
Speaker of the House (Mike Johnson) and Senate Majority Leader (Chuck Schumer) receive 10-20 agents, particularly during sensitive legislative periods or if their safety is at risk.
High-level public figures under specific threats:
Anthony Fauci, for example, received 10+ agents during the pandemic after threats against him escalated.
Summary of Protection Levels:
From the President's 100+ agents and full tactical teams to major candidates’ 25-50 agents for rallies and public events, the Secret Service’s capabilities vary according to the level of threat and the individual’s prominence. Protection levels also vary with the deployment of advanced technologies, including jamming tech, encrypted communications, drone surveillance, and armored vehicles.
This list, including 36 persons, highlights the extensive range of measures in place to ensure the safety of the nation’s most prominent figures.
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