Democrats are pushing a bill that could leave former President Trump vulnerable to incarceration without the protective shield of the Secret Service. Dubbed the “Denying Infinite Security and Government Resources Allocated toward Convicted and Extremely Dishonorable (DISGRACED) Former Protectees Act,” the proposed legislation aims to revoke Secret Service protection from individuals convicted of felonies.

Representative Bennie Thompson, leading the charge, argues that the bill is essential to ensure that criminal justice is served without interference from Secret Service privileges. “Unfortunately, current law doesn’t anticipate how Secret Service protection would impact the felony prison sentence of a protectee—even a former President,” Thompson stated.

The bill addresses concerns raised by Trump’s ongoing legal battles, particularly in New York City, where he faces charges related to alleged ‘hush money’ payments during the 2016 election campaign. If convicted, Trump could face an unprecedented 91 felony charges, according to a provided fact sheet.

Thompson emphasizes that the proposed legislation seeks to prevent Secret Service protection from complicating the judicial process, especially if a protected individual ends up behind bars. “This bill would remove the potential for conflicting lines of authority within prisons and allow judges to weigh the sentencing of individuals without having to factor in the logistical concerns of convicts with Secret Service protection,” the document states.

The broader implications of Trump’s potential incarceration have sparked debates across various platforms, including the media. Analysts, like Mark Preston from CNN, have voiced concerns about the possibility of civil unrest if Trump were to be sent to jail. Preston argued that such a scenario could lead to widespread unrest across the country, particularly in urban areas.

“I think that if [Trump] does go into this hole, if that were to happen, first of all, I think you would probably see civil unrest across the country, certainly in some cities,” he said.

The bill’s introduction signals a significant move by Democrats to address the unique circumstances surrounding Secret Service protection for convicted individuals, particularly those with high-profile backgrounds like former President Trump. As the legal proceedings unfold, the debate over Trump’s potential imprisonment and its ramifications continues to capture public attention.