Supreme Court justices are experiencing a significant increase in threats, prompting them to request additional security funding from Congress. Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testified before House and Senate committees, detailing the rise in intimidation and violence targeting judges. Barrett shared a personal anecdote about needing a bulletproof vest, highlighting the impact on her family, while Kagan noted an expected 38% increase in threats this year, following a 25% rise last year. The court is seeking $18.9 million for enhanced personal protection, a new security command post, and cybersecurity experts. AI
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RANK_REASON The cluster reports on a request for increased security funding by a branch of the US government due to a rise in threats, which is a significant policy and operational matter. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=2 ai=0.1]
- Amy Coney Barrett
- Brett Kavanaugh
- Elena Kagan
- Supreme Court of the United States
- Us Congress
- house
- United States Senate
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