Staff Reports
In a move that is bound to ruffle feathers on the left, President Trump has put the kibosh on Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden. The announcement came through Truth Social, and it’s safe to say that cutting off the taxpayer-funded security detail for the former president’s infamous son is a decision that has a lot of Americans doing a double take. After all, who really wants to bankroll the safety of a guy with a track record of questionable choices—like wandering around South Africa while his country faces real challenges?
Trump pointed out the absurdity of protecting Hunter Biden with a staggering 18 agents, essentially stating that the numbers defy logic. While some might call this “protection,” it’s hard to argue against the notion that such resources would be better allocated to, oh, I don’t know, actual public servants or first responders. With two adult children of a former president enjoying the luxurious perk of federal protection, one has to wonder whether fiscal responsibility and common sense took a vacation alongside Hunter.
Let’s break down the issue here. After a former president leaves office, it’s common for their adult children to lose their Secret Service coverage—usually by the time the confetti from the inauguration has settled. Trump’s decision to eliminate this protection not only falls in line with precedent but also wields a much-needed reminder that just because daddy’s in the White House doesn’t mean the taxpayer needs to play bodyguard for family members living high on the hog.
BREAKING: Trump Revokes Hunter Biden's Secret Service Protection #PJMedia https://t.co/0nqtosvIkY
— Matt Margolis (@mattmargolis) March 17, 2025
To add to the intrigue, this announcement comes hot on the heels of Hunter openly admitting in court that he’s broke. Yes, the same guy who pocketed over $54,000 per artwork while his dad was in command is now crying wolf about “significant debt in the millions.” No wonder Papa Joe might want to keep an eye on his son—instead of protecting him, spending that money on some debt management courses might be more beneficial.
And for a cherry on top, Hunter’s once-promising art career, which seemed almost too surreal to be real, has crashed faster than a bad stock. After raking in a small fortune selling paintings while his father held office, he is now lucky if he can move a single canvas. It turns out the glittering veneer of elite privilege has some cracks, and without dad’s influence, Hunter seems to have zero marketability.
Ultimately, Trump’s decision is about making the government accountable and ensuring American taxpayers are not stuck footing the bill for adult children who should be able to take care of themselves. If Hunter Biden is indeed the “smartest guy” his father knows, then perhaps it’s time he starts demonstrating some of that intelligence by finding private security and stepping out of the taxpayer-funded spotlight. This is one of those rare instances where the government’s budget would actually benefit from a dose of common sense and accountability.
