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Supreme Court Justices Testify on Budget and Security

Updated 2026-07-14 22:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress, advocating for a budget increase of about $14 million to bolster security measures. Their testimony was part of the court’s annual budget request.

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The Hill
Capitol Hill saw an unusual moment on Tuesday as Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testified before lawmakers. The main reason for their appearance was to make the case for the court’s budget request for the coming year, which includes an increase of roughly $14 million focuse
2026-07-14 22:18 UTC
The Hill
Two Supreme Court justices testified side-by-side before Congress on Tuesday, telling lawmakers that they need more money to defend against the persistent rise in threats targeting themselves and their families. It was a rare showing from Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett, two female just
2026-07-14 22:21 UTC
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