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Supreme Court justices ask Congress for millions in new security funding in rare Hill appearance
By Scripps News Group at KXXV (ABC 25) 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 Waco
The request for increased security funding by Supreme Court justices has implications for local law enforcement in McLennan County, as the rise in threats against judges and public figures is not limited to the federal level. As judges across the country face increased violence and intimidation, it is likely that local judges and public officials in Waco may also require enhanced security measures. The Supreme Court's budget request, which includes additional security agents and an off-site security post, may serve as a model for local law enforcement agencies to consider when evaluating their own security protocols. Furthermore, the fact that threats against members of Congress surged in 2025 suggests that political violence is a growing concern that requires a coordinated response from law enforcement at all levels, including local agencies in Waco.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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