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Judges Demand Security Amid Threats from Trump's Rhetoric

5/27/2025

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Federal judges are alarmed by escalating threats tied to President Trump's inflammatory rhetoric against the judiciary. In response, Senator Cory Booker has introduced a bill aimed at establishing independent court security. As fears of political violence grow, judges are contemplating personal armed protection, highlighting a troubling crisis for judicial independence.

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Federal judges are alarmed by escalating threats tied to President Trump's inflammatory rhetoric against the judiciary. In response, Senator Cory Booker has introduced a bill aimed at establishing independent court security. As fears of political violence grow, judges are contemplating personal armed protection, highlighting a troubling crisis for judicial independence.