Supreme Court justices tell Congress their safety is at risk and more must be spent on security

Supreme Court justices, including Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan, testified before a House Appropriations subcommittee on July 14, 2026. They informed Congress that their safety is at risk and requested increased spending on security. The justices emphasized that threats have come very close, necessitating more robust protection. This testimony on Capitol Hill highlights the urgent need for additional funding to ensure the security of the justices amidst escalating threats to their personal safety.