Former NASCAR and IndyCar driver Danica Patrick has voiced her support for the decision by President Donald Trump to revoke the security detail for Dr. Anthony Fauci.
As Trump returns to office after winning the 2024 election, one of his policies includes cutting the budget for security details that were previously granted to government officials, including Fauci.
Patrick’s approval of this move comes as she and others highlight what they see as financial gains made by Fauci during the Covid-19 pandemic, finding Trump’s decision fair and just.
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Anthony Fauci, who was a central figure during the COVID-19 pandemic, had received a security detail due to the threats he faced during his time leading public health responses.
However, President Trump, during his second term, decided to withdraw the reported $15 million security detail for Fauci. This move was part of a larger pattern of budget cuts affecting several former officials.
Trump’s rationale for this decision was simple: government officials cannot expect lifelong security at the taxpayers’ expense. According to Trump, individuals like Fauci, who amassed wealth during their tenure, have the means to protect themselves. Trump stated:
“You can’t have a security detail for the rest of your life because you work for government. It’s very standard.”
This decision has sparked a mix of support and concern. Supporters include Danica Patrick, who, through an Instagram story, made her agreement with the decision clear with a simple message: “Damn right.”
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Fauci was the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and played a vital role in the U.S. government’s response to COVID-19. His guidance on public health measures like masking and school closures faced criticism from various quarters.
Supporters of the security detail removal argue that government funds should focus elsewhere, such as alleviating rising costs for everyday items. This perspective aligns with a broader desire among some to redirect funds towards more pressing economic concerns.
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Public opinions remain divided. Supporters of Fauci’s public health strategies have shared their concerns about his safety without the government’s security coverage. In response to the security revocation, Fauci has reportedly arranged his own protective measures, indicating he takes the remaining threats seriously enough to invest personally in his protection.
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