US Marshals Service reports spike in threats against federal judges in early 2025

US Marshals Service data shows increased threats against federal judges in early 2025. The increase followed Trump administration attacks on judges who ruled against executive actions. Specific threat numbers weren't publicly released but internal data shows significant increase compared to 2024. The Marshals Service is responsible for judicial security and threat assessment.

Threats included social media posts, phone calls, and written communications targeting judges and their families. Trump publicly criticized judges handling cases involving his policies. The spike coincided with controversial rulings on immigration, executive power, and federal agency actions. Some threats were deemed credible enough to warrant increased security measures.

Federal judges issued rulings blocking Trump administration policies on immigration enforcement, agency restructuring, and executive authority. Trump attacked judges by name on social media. The pattern echoes Trump's 2017-2020 term when he called judges 'so-called judges' and questioned their legitimacy. Judicial independence faces pressure when judges endure harassment for unfavorable rulings.