Trump officials reportedly ask Congress for $58m in security after Kirk shooting | Charlie Kirk shooting
After the killing of Charlie Kirk of the Congress, Trump management asks him to approve more $ 58 million for security services to protect members of the executive and judicial branches, multiple sales points report. They also supported adding more money to protect the congress members, but they postponed them to the legislative branch in the following steps.
Demand news, democrats virtual security briefing Sunday evening, after Kirk’s death. The briefing will be with the sergeant and Capitol Police Chief.
Last week, Rightwing activist and Trump Ally Charlie Kirk were killed while talking at an event at a university in Utah and a suspect was arrested. Although the motive of the shooter was still not confirmed, the conservatives expressed anger and anxiety, accusing liberals and leftist activists for the murder of Kirk. The right declared war on the left and led to the leading politicians to cancel events on security concerns and threats.
As Guardian reported on Sunday, examples of political violence have been increasing rapidly in recent years.
In the first six months of 2025, more than 520 terrorism and targeted violence occurred in almost all US states. At least 96 people were killed and 329 were injured in violence. This number is an increase of approximately 40% in the first six months of 2024, Terrorism and response to terrorism At the University of Maryland.
Last week, Parliament Speaker Mike Johnson said that congress leaders examined security for congress members.
“We must protect the people running to public office, or no one will do, and this is heavy in our hearts and minds.” He said.
The Trump administration’s $ 58 million additional security request is approaching at the end of the deadline for government financing. With the last date of September 30, the US government approaches a potential closure as the congress leaders clash with health invoices.
