Judicial Safety Concerns Rise Amid Threats to Judges Following Trump Rulings

Federal judges who have ruled against Trump administration policies are facing a marked escalation in threats and harassment, with their families increasingly targeted through social media campaigns and intimidation tactics such as menacing calls, emails, and even threatening pizza deliveries. High-profile figures like Elon Musk and far-right influencers have amplified personal information and attacks on judges' family members, leading to hundreds of threatening messages and calls directed at judicial households and courthouses. At least 11 judges and their families have been targeted following rulings that curbed presidential authority or opposed key administration initiatives, raising significant concerns for judicial safety and independence. Legal experts and judges warn that these intimidation campaigns threaten constitutional government and undermine the rule of law, as judges from both political sides now fear for their families' safety. The U.S. Marshals and judiciary security committees are investigating the incidents and considering further protective measures. The legal community has responded by publicly reaffirming support for the rule of law and expressing alarm at assaults on longstanding legal norms and judicial independence.