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Rise in Threats to U.S. Federal Judges
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Threats to U.S. federal judges and prosecutors have doubled since 2021, driven by political divisions and social media vitriol. This rise coincides with highly politicized cases and a surge in threats from Trump's supporters, posing a significant threat to democracy, as expressed by Attorney General Merrick Garland.
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How can the U.S. legal system address the surge in threats and vitriol against federal judges?
How does the rise in threats against federal judges reflect broader societal attitudes towards the role of the judiciary in a democratic society?
What measures can be taken to mitigate the impact of political divisions on the integrity of the judiciary?
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