Barrett Warns Threat Level Against Judges 'Is Really High'
Justice Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress about escalating security threats against federal judges while defending the Supreme Court's increased budget request.
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett delivered a stark warning Wednesday, telling lawmakers that the threat level facing federal judges has reached alarming heights as she and fellow Justice Elena Kagan appeared before Congress to argue for a bolstered court security budget.
The rare joint appearance by the two justices — one conservative, one liberal — underscored the bipartisan urgency surrounding judicial safety. Barrett's direct warning signals that threats against members of the federal judiciary have grown serious enough to demand immediate legislative attention and additional funding.
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Kagan joined Barrett in making the case for the Supreme Court's budget request, which includes elevated spending earmarked specifically for security measures. The justices' willingness to testify publicly reflects how pressing the situation has become, as courts at every level have faced increased intimidation and danger in recent years.
The hearing highlights a broader national conversation about the safety of the judicial branch. When two ideologically opposed justices stand together on an issue, it typically carries significant political weight on Capitol Hill and may accelerate congressional action on the funding request.
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