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Supreme Court justices ask Congress for millions in new security funding in rare Hill appearance
By Scripps News Group at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
U.S. Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan appeared before a House appropriations panel Tuesday, marking the first time Supreme Court justices have testified before Congress since 2019.The justices testified in support of the Supreme Court's latest budget request, which calls f...
Key takeaway Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan appeared before a House appropriations panel Tuesday, marking the first time Supreme Court justices have testified before Congress since 2019.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The request for increased security funding by Supreme Court justices has implications for local law enforcement in Detroit , where judges and public officials have also faced threats of violence. As the justices pointed out, the rise in threats against federal judges across the country is a concerning trend that requires attention and action. In Detroit, this means that local authorities may need to reassess their own security protocols to ensure the safety of judges, public officials, and their families. The Supreme Court's budget request, which includes funding for additional security agents and an off-site security post, may serve as a model for local law enforcement agencies to follow. Furthermore, the fact that justices are seeking protection similar to what presidents and vice presidents receive highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing political violence, which is a concern that extends beyond the federal level to local communities like Detroit.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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