Lawmakers cancel public events, push for security funding

(NewsNation) — The Trump administration is seeking nearly $60 million to beef up security for the executive and legislative branches in the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah.

The move comes as the nation has faced a rise in political violence in recent years, targeting lawmakers as well as their family members.

There have been attacks against protesters, corporate executives and institutions, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Capitol, mayors, school board officials and even election volunteers.

In the wake of Kirk's death, there was anger and sadness among lawmakers, especially from Republicans, but there was also a lot of fear from lawmakers worried they could be targeted the same way Kirk was.

Many members have said they are thinkin