Judges Under Threat: Whitehouse Exposes Campaign of Harassment

Judges Face Threats After Ruling Against Trump Washington D.C. - A recent Senate Judiciary Committee hearing revealed a disturbing trend: judges who ruled against Donald Trump and his allies are facing a surge in threats and harassment. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, in a chilling opening statement, detailed the attacks, citing instances of judges being doxxed and their families targeted. "Trump has called judges who ruled against him 'communists,' 'USA hating,' and 'monsters,'" Whitehouse stated. The hearing also highlighted the use of social media platforms to spread disinformation and incite violence. A six-week period from March through April saw 162 judges receive threats. In response, the Chief Justice issued a statement, and the Judicial Conference formed a task force to address the escalating security concerns. This situation underscores the importance of judicial independence and the rule of law in a democratic society. The task force's investigations are crucial to ensuring the safety of judicial officials and maintaining public trust in the justice system.