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Supreme Court justices ask Congress for millions in new security funding in rare Hill appearance
By Scripps News Group at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· 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 Nashville
The appearance of Supreme Court justices before Congress to request increased security funding has significant implications for the Nashville community, where federal judges and public figures also face rising threats of violence. As the justices testified, the need for enhanced security measures is not limited to the Supreme Court, but is a concern for judges across the country, including those in Nashville's federal courts. The fact that Justice Amy Coney Barrett was recently a victim of swatting and her sister received a bomb threat underscores the urgency of the situation. Nashville's own experiences with threats against public figures and the surge in threats against members of Congress in 2025 make it clear that the city's leaders must be vigilant in addressing the root causes of political violence and ensuring the safety of its citizens, particularly those in public life.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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