Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett tells lawmakers that threats toward the Court have intensified and that additional security funding is needed. In her remarks, she describes an incident at home in which her 12-year-old son saw a bulletproof vest she had been given as part of enhanced protection after SCOTUS decisions and related backlash, including discussion of a leaked opinion that overturned Roe v. Wade. Barrett says she had to explain what the vest was to her children, and she recounts the child’s reaction and questions, presenting the episode as an example of how security measures extend into family life.
Several outlets also note that Barrett’s home has faced security-related incidents beyond the vest itself. The Independent reports that her residence was targeted by a fake swatting call to police in May. Across the coverage, the key point is Barrett’s argument that the Supreme Court seeks a stronger security posture in response to a rise in threats and violent rhetoric, and her personal account is used to illustrate those concerns.
