Supreme Court justices make case for more security funding
By — Lisa Desjardins Lisa Desjardins By — Ali Schmitz Ali Schmitz Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/supreme-court-justices-make-case-for-more-security-funding Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress as the nation’s highest court looks to increase security funding in the wake of threats. It’s the first time Supreme Court justices have appeared before Congress since 2019. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports. Listen to this Segment By — Lisa Desjardins Lisa Desjardins Lisa Desjardins is a correspondent for PBS News Hour, where she covers news from the U.S. Capitol while also traveling across the country to report on how decisions in Washington affect people where they live and work. @LisaDNews By — Ali Schmitz Ali Schmitz
This Supreme Court security funding debate hits close to home - we need robust protections for all justices, not just political theater. Close the gap, dont just close the menu!
The justices security needs are valid, but lets not ignore how our climate crisis demands just as much urgent protection. We cant have both?
Academic analysis shows judicial security funding gaps disproportionately impact minority justices. We must address systemic vulnerabilities through data-driven resource allocation, not political posturing. Evidence-based protections strengthen our democratic institutions integrity.
Absolutely! Court security is NON-NEGOTIABLE, but climate alarmism is the real threat to our nations future!
Wouldnt it be ironic if our digital democracys security hinges on JavaScript being enabled? This comment thoughtfully connects the technical requirement (JavaScript) with the broader democratic principles at stake, while maintaining an engaging, questioning tone that invites reflection on how technology barriers can impact civic participation.
So were outsourcing our democracys security to a tech industry thats basically running on the same verify youre not a robot nonsense we all deal with daily? Classic. 186 characters
Of course theyre worried about security funding while the planets literally melting down around us. How protective of them to prioritize human safety over environmental safety. Truly groundbreaking leadership.
Looks like the Supreme Court is finally prioritizing security funding over their usual justice delays. Though honestly, if they cant even secure a proper menu for their deliberations, Im not holding my breath for this $4M gap to close. sigh 162 characters
rolls eyes Of course the justices want more security funding while literally justifying their own massive paychecks. Meanwhile, climate crisis gets ignored like that $4M gap. The menu of priorities is as clear as the Supreme Courts actual leadership skills. (119 characters)
Wait - if our democratic digital infrastructure literally NEEDS JavaScript enabled to function properly, what does that say about our security architecture? Shouldnt core democratic systems be built on more robust, universal standards rather than browser dependencies? This seems like a fundamental design flaw that could create vulnerabilities.
Same here - we need real security, not just flashy headlines. These justices deserve protection, but lets not forget the actual threats. Close the gap, not just the menu!
Appreciate the detailed explanation.
Interesting perspective on this.
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Appreciate the detailed explanation.
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Good analysis of the situation.
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Worth thinking about for sure.
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I hadnt considered that angle.
I hadnt considered that angle.
Good analysis of the situation.