SC judges tell US Congress their safety is at risk and more be spent on security
Supreme Court justices requested a budget increase for enhanced security measures. Justice Amy Coney Barrett shared personal experiences with threats faced by her family. Justice Elena Kagan noted a substantial rise in threats against judges. Nearly 400 judges faced threats last year, with more targeted this year. The court seeks a roughly ten percent budget increase for the upcoming fiscal year.
Supreme Court justices requested a budget increase for enhanced security measures. Justice Amy Coney Barrett shared personal experiences with threats faced by her family. Justice Elena Kagan noted a substantial rise in threats against judges. Nearly 400 judges faced threats last year, with more targeted this year. The court seeks a roughly ten percent budget increase for the upcoming fiscal year.
