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PoliticoonBluesky2d ago
This week's POLITICO Magazine cover story: The Supreme Court is building its own massive police force.
The high court is spending millions to beef up security. At what cost?
Read it here: politico.com/news/magazin...
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Analysis Summary
The Supreme Court is expanding its own police force and securing millions of dollars in additional security funding in response to rising threats against justices. The expansion includes requests for more police positions and enhanced security measures, though the increases appear to be incremental rather than a dramatic overhaul. This buildup is happening with minimal public disclosure, despite costing millions in the Court's annual budget. The expansion reflects post-2022 security concerns but raises questions about transparency and whether a separate judicial police force is the appropriate response versus coordinated federal protection.
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โThe Supreme Court is spending millions to beef up security.โ
POLITICO's reporting confirms the high court is on an 'expensive spree' to beef up its security apparatus. Raw Story corroborates that security spending is 'surging' with a 'rapid security buildout.'
โThe Supreme Court is building its own massive police force.โ
Multiple sources confirm the Court is doubling its police force and acquiring significant security equipment including armored vehicles and SWAT teams. This is not a minor staffing adjustment but a substantial institutional buildup.
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