What did they ask for more of?

They asked for more money for security funding.

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Supreme Court Justices Barrett and Kagan discuss security funding on Capitol Hill

First publishedJul 14, 04:14 UTC

Last updatedJul 16, 02:37 UTC · 14d ago

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Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress to ask for more money for the court's security budget. They argued that they face many threats from others. This appearance was rare because it is the first time these justices have appeared before Congress since 2019.

Reported by 5 outlets — NPR News, CBS News, The Hill, Seattle Times. See all sources ↓

Two Supreme Court Justices, Kagan and Barrett, spoke with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. They asked for more money to keep themselves safe. They said they face many dangers from others. This was a rare event for the high court. The justices defended their budget request.

Why it matters

This matters because it shows that even the highest judges need protection. It tells Congress how much money is needed to keep them and their families safe.

In brief

Who testified before Congress?: Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett.
What did they ask for more of?: They asked for more money for security funding.
When was this appearance?: It happened on Tuesday.

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Most outlets focus on the justices asking for more security money. Some also highlight that this is a rare event, while others mention their political differences.

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Rare appearance before Congress
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Seattle TimesJul 14, 04:14Mentioned the rare appearance.
The HillJul 14, 22:21Called it a 'rare showing' or 'unusual moment'.
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Pleading for more security funding/budget boost
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CBS NewsJul 15, 00:02Specifically asked for $230 million budget.
The HillJul 14, 22:21Pushed the budget with boosted security.
NPR NewsJul 14, 20:29Discussed security funding on Capitol Hill.
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Threats faced by Justices
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CBS NewsJul 15, 00:02Testified on increasing threats they face.
The HillJul 14, 22:21Said they need money to defend against rising threats.
NPR NewsJul 14, 20:29Discussed security funding (implied threat context).
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The HillJul 14, 22:21Noted they are a liberal and conservative.

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