Supreme Court Seeks $19 Million for Security Upgrades After Threats
• Supreme Court requesting $19.4 million more from Congress for improved security and protection of justices • Cites "evolving risks" and threats against judiciary as rationale for budget increase • 33 new staff positions to provide around-the-clock protection for justices' homes • Follows threats in 2022 after leaked Roe v. Wade draft opinion and California man's arrest near Kavanaugh's home • Also requests more funds to boost security for federal judges in general due to rise in threats