Barrett Seeks $14.6 Million for Court Security as Threats to Justices Rise 38%
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 15
Barrett Seeks $14.6 Million for Court Security as Threats to Justices Rise 38%
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 15
Summary
Amy Coney Barrett told lawmakers she had to bring home a bulletproof vest after the 2022 Dobbs leak and explain it to her 12-year-old son, calling threats to federal judges "really high."
The Supreme Court is seeking an extra $14.6 million in its $228 million budget request for stronger protection, including more security personnel and an off-site residential security post.
Elena Kagan said threats against the Supreme Court have risen 38% this year; Barrett also cited a swatting attack at her home, while Brett Kavanaugh survived an attempted assassination after the Dobbs leak.
The testimony marked the justices' first Capitol appearance since 2019 and underscored how security concerns have become a central budget and governance issue for the court.