Senate Republican on Supreme Court security funding request: ‘There’s not a money fairy up here’
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By The Hill
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Republican Senator John Kennedy challenges the Supreme Court's budget increase request, questioning the necessity of additional funding for security measures. The Louisiana legislator's skeptical stance highlights ongoing tensions between judicial branch security needs and congressional budget constraints. This debate reflects broader discussions about protecting high-profile government officials while maintaining fiscal responsibility in federal spending decisions.
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Senate Republican on Supreme Court security funding request: ‘There’s not a money fairy up here’
Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) expressed skepticism Tuesday about increasing the Supreme Court’s annual budget, even as the justices say they need more money to protect them and their families against a…
