Supreme Court Justices Warn Of Rising Security Threats
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Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan made a rare appearance before Congress to warn about growing security threats facing members of the nation's highest court.
The justices asked lawmakers to approve additional funding to expand personal protection for the court, citing an increase in violence, intimidation and harassment directed at judges.
Barrett described taking a bulletproof vest home to protect her family, while Kagan warned that personal attacks on judges by public officials can undermine confidence in the judiciary.
The Supreme Court is seeking nearly $15 million to strengthen security for the justices in the next fiscal year.
The justices asked lawmakers to approve additional funding to expand personal protection for the court, citing an increase in violence, intimidation and harassment directed at judges.
Barrett described taking a bulletproof vest home to protect her family, while Kagan warned that personal attacks on judges by public officials can undermine confidence in the judiciary.
The Supreme Court is seeking nearly $15 million to strengthen security for the justices in the next fiscal year.
