Rand Paul's not POTUS and doesn't have body guards. Just like the majority of politicians in this country. If the people around there didn't see anything beyond a piece of paper...like say, a gun or knife or bat then they had no cause to believe that she was a viable threat. Using your logic, it would be OK to assault just about anybody, because they might be a threat. When even the candidate says they were out of line, I don't think you've got a leg to stand on.
These guys committed a crime and in Fayette County, KY the chances are that they'll end up in jail for it.
What is this I am drinking?? Ah some tasty common sense and it tastes good! I wonder could you pass that around so everyone else can learn what it tastes like? ;-)
Thanks,
Matthew