
Members of Congress take steps to tighten their own security after Kirk's killing
Published on: Sept. 20, 2025, 6:10 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, lawmakers are expressing heightened concerns about safety amidst rising political threats. The Senate has already approved measures to allow senators to use office funds for security, and the House is pushing for increased security funding. Many lawmakers feel current security measures are inadequate, especially when traveling between their districts and Washington.