During a recent testimony before the House Appropriations Subcommittee, Justice Amy Coney Barrett expressed serious concerns about the heightened threat level faced by federal judges, citing personal experiences such as receiving a bulletproof vest and being the target of a swatting attack.
Barrett's remarks come as the Supreme Court requests $228.4 million for fiscal 2027, a nearly 10% increase from the previous year, primarily aimed at enhancing security measures. The U.S. Marshals Service reported 512 investigations into threats against federal judges since the start of 2026, indicating a troubling trend compared to 807 investigations for all of 2025.
This testimony marks the first time since 2019 that Supreme Court justices have addressed Congress, emphasizing the urgent need for increased funding and attention to judicial safety