Vance’s Secret Service Makes Strange Request
Southwestern Ohio – Federal officials confirmed that the water level on Ohio’s Little Miami River was temporarily raised last weekend to ensure Vice President JD Vance’s safety during a private kayaking trip with his family — a move now being twisted by liberal media into a so-called “controversy.”
According to The Guardian, the U.S. Secret Service requested a temporary increase in water flow from Caesar Creek Lake, which feeds the Little Miami River, to allow for safe navigation of security boats and emergency crews. The adjustment was made on Saturday — which also happened to be Vance’s birthday — during his visit to southwestern Ohio.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers confirmed in a statement to The Hill that the request was approved because it fully met operational criteria under the Water Control Manual for Caesar Creek Lake. Officials stressed that the move was standard procedure, caused no harm to surrounding communities, and did not deviate from normal water management operations.
Data from the U.S. Geological Survey backs this up, showing a minor drop in Caesar Creek’s water level and a corresponding rise in the Little Miami River on the day in question — exactly what would be expected for a short-term safety measure.
The Secret Service said in a statement that, working with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the Army Corps, operational planning ensured motorized watercraft and rescue personnel could operate safely with optimal water levels.
Critics have seized on the adjustment to push a narrative, but supporters note that ensuring the protection of national leaders — especially the Vice President of the United States — is a routine and nonpartisan responsibility. As many point out, liberal outlets rarely object when similar measures are taken for Democrat officials.
