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Trump Administration Seeks $58M for Enhanced Security Funding

9/14/2025

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The Trump administration seeks $58 million from Congress for enhanced security for the executive and judicial branches following activist Charlie Kirk's death.
The funds will bolster protection for the U.S. Marshals Service and Supreme Court justices.
Increased security funding for congressional lawmakers is also supported, with decisions potentially deferred to Congress.
A pilot program for House members, launched in August, allows personal security funding.
U.S. Capitol Police anticipate over 14,000 threats to members by year-end, prompting increased security measures.

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The Trump administration seeks $58 million from Congress for enhanced security for the executive and judicial branches following activist Charlie Kirk's death.
The funds will bolster protection for the U.S. Marshals Service and Supreme Court justices.
Increased security funding for congressional lawmakers is also supported, with decisions potentially deferred to Congress.
A pilot program for House members, launched in August, allows personal security funding.
U.S. Capitol Police anticipate over 14,000 threats to members by year-end, prompting increased security measures.