US Supreme Court needs more security funding amid threats, justices tell lawmakers

By: Jennifer Shutt

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: July 14, 2026

Words: 1,210

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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WASHINGTON — Members of Congress from both parties indicated Tuesday they will support additional security funding for the U.S. Supreme Court after two justices testified about a sharp rise in threats.

Associate Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett told lawmakers on the House panel that writes the court’s annual funding bill an increase is needed to ensure around-the-clock security wherever they go and for upgrades to the building.

“Maybe I lack imagination, but I didn't expect …

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