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Surge in Violent Threats Against Judges Sparks Alarm

2/20/2026

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  • Over 100 cases have emerged regarding violent threats to public officials, especially judges who ruled against U.S. President Donald Trump.
  • U.S. Judge John Coughenour said he received threats, including swatting and bomb warnings at his home.
  • In another case, a Minnesota man allegedly threatened a Supreme Court justice and several judges online.
  • Threats have led to violence, including the murder of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband.