Kamala’s Costly Night Out: Former VP Dines in Style While Public Foots Security Bill
Harris’s Upscale Manhattan Outing
Former Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff made a splash in New York City with their visit to the exclusive Polo Bar restaurant. The couple arrived with a substantial Secret Service detail and reportedly up to seven SUVs stationed outside the upscale establishment.
The timing of their appearance is notable as it comes just before the Met Gala, which Harris is expected to attend. Their dinner choice reflects the couple’s taste for exclusivity, as The Polo Bar is known for its strict reservation policy requiring bookings a month in advance.
Taxpayer-Funded Security Detail
The extensive security presence accompanying the former vice president has raised questions about the use of taxpayer resources. According to law enforcement sources, “A former veep usually gets a handful of agents for personal protection,” making the reported security detail appear unusually large.
While former vice presidents typically receive Secret Service protection for only six months after leaving office, Harris’s security has been extended to 18 months by an order from former President Biden. This extension means American taxpayers will continue funding Harris’s security for a year longer than the standard protocol for former vice presidents.
The Polo Bar, owned by designer Ralph Lauren, represents one of Manhattan’s most difficult-to-access dining establishments. The restaurant enforces a strict dress code that prohibits casual attire, maintaining its reputation as a refined destination for celebrities and the social elite.
The menu prices match the exclusive atmosphere, with a corned beef sandwich costing $36 and the most expensive wine offering priced at an eye-watering $14,500. The restaurant’s popularity among high-profile figures makes it a natural choice for Harris and Emhoff during their New York City visit.
President Trump could potentially issue an executive order to end Harris’s extended protection period earlier than the 18 months granted by Biden. Alternatively, Harris herself could decline the service, though there has been no indication she plans to do so despite the significant taxpayer expense involved in maintaining her security detail for private outings.
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