Don't try to take matters into your own hands. That's the message from the United States Secret Service to Donald Trump supporters at a political rally being held near Eppley Airfield today.
A local reporter tweeted out a video of a man whom they identified as a Secret Service agent telling a crowd. "If you encounter a protester inside, do not harm them, do not take matters into your own hands."
The man goes on to say "That's what we are here for. We will take care of them, we will escort them out".
Here he is-- pic.twitter.com/Wirxen4wQQ
— Alia Conley (@aliavalentine) May 6, 2016
Trump supporters have made national headlines for months as they attempted to silence the frequent protesters that sometimes embed themselves with the crowds.
At times, Mr. Trump has even encouraged them from the podium, ensuring them he would pay legal fees for his supporters. Those covering the campaign say that rhetoric has been toned down in recent weeks.
Security is tight at today's rally as Mr. Trump has become the presumptive GOP nominee for president.
Omaha Police, the Secret Service, sheriff's departments, airport police, and several other agencies are all coordinating efforts to make sure the visit goes off without a hitch.
Folks attending the event can expect go through metal detectors and airport style security checkpoints.
KMTV reporter Miranda Christian is covering the protesters today and reports that they have been starting to fill in near the drive to the airport.
Trump protesters making a stand. More people are showing up by the minute. @action3news pic.twitter.com/A53QjkuwJJ
— Miranda Christian (@MIRanda_TV3) May 6, 2016
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