The Senate unanimously approved a House bill on Tuesday that would require presidents and major party candidates to receive an equal standard of U.S. Secret Service protection. This decision comes in the wake of two recent assassination attempts on President Donald Trump within a span of 65 days. The bill, known as the Enhanced Presidential Security Act, was brought forward by Sen. Rick Scott of Florida, who emphasized the critical need for this legislation to ensure the safety of top government officials.

Sen. Rick Scott underlined the urgency of the bill, stating, "We all know why this legislation is needed." The bipartisan effort received unanimous support in the Senate, with lawmakers acknowledging the heightened security risks faced by political figures. The legislation will now advance to President Joe Biden's desk for final approval following its passage in both the House and the Senate.

Despite differing opinions on the bill's effectiveness, Sen. Chris Murphy expressed a willingness to move forward with the measure. He suggested that additional funding for the Secret Service, included in a forthcoming short-term funding measure, could play a more substantial role in enhancing security measures for President Trump. Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe affirmed that Trump is already receiving the highest level of U.S. Secret Service protection, indicating the existing commitment to ensuring the president's safety.