Judges say Trump’s attacks are fueling threats to their safety - Politico

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March 12, 2026
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Judges report that President Trump's attacks are increasing threats to their safety.

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Judges have stated that President Trump's public attacks against them are directly contributing to increased threats against their personal safety. The judges' concerns highlight a growing tension between Trump's public statements and judicial security. This represents an escalation in the ongoing conflict between the executive branch and the federal judiciary. The situation puts additional pressure on court security systems already strained by politically charged cases involving the current administration.

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