US Supreme Court justices describe bulletproof vests and 'swatting' hoax
US Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testified before Congress to request a $228 million security budget increase. The justices cited rising threats, including swatting incidents and cyber-attacks, as reasons for the 53% funding hike.
Why it matters
The request underscores the increasing polarization of American politics and the physical risks faced by high-level judicial officials in the current climate.
Figure caption, Watch: Justice Amy Coney Barrett describes "intense" life threats to her and family
The article provides a balanced account of the justices' testimony and the specific security concerns raised without taking a political stance.
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