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Justice Kavanaugh Assassination Attempt: Sophie Roske Faces 30 Years

9/20/2025

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Nicholas Roske, who attempted to assassinate Justice Brett Kavanaugh in 2022, now identifies as Sophie Roske.
Arrested near Kavanaugh's home with weapons, Roske expressed intent to kill the justice following the Roe v. Wade draft leak.
The Department of Justice seeks a 30-year prison sentence after Roske pleaded guilty in April 2025.
Court documents indicate Roske's defense will use female pronouns.
Attorney General Pam Bondi condemned the attack, calling it a threat to the judicial system.
Roske's sentencing hearing is set for October 3, 2025.

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Nicholas Roske, who attempted to assassinate Justice Brett Kavanaugh in 2022, now identifies as Sophie Roske.
Arrested near Kavanaugh's home with weapons, Roske expressed intent to kill the justice following the Roe v. Wade draft leak.
The Department of Justice seeks a 30-year prison sentence after Roske pleaded guilty in April 2025.
Court documents indicate Roske's defense will use female pronouns.
Attorney General Pam Bondi condemned the attack, calling it a threat to the judicial system.
Roske's sentencing hearing is set for October 3, 2025.