McConnell Urges Expanded Security Perimeter for GOP Convention
Senate Minority Leader expresses concerns over potential conflicts between protesters and attendees in Milwaukee
- McConnell's letter to the Secret Service highlights fears of clashes at the Republican National Convention.
- The current protest zone is deemed too close to the convention site, raising safety concerns.
- Republicans request a meeting with Secret Service leadership to address security issues.
- The Secret Service maintains that the current security plan is based on thorough risk assessments.
- Past conventions have faced similar challenges in balancing security and free speech rights.