AG Platkin announced that he is leading a bipartisan letter, signed by 47 attorneys general, that was sent to Congressional leaders and requests increased funding for the security of federal judges, who are increasingly facing threats and hostile incidents targeting them, their families, and courthouse staff.

“As threats against federal judges reach all-time highs, Congress must take immediate action to protect our federal judges, their families, and court staff. Our experience in New Jersey—including the tragic murder of Judge Esther Salas’s son, Daniel Anderl—is a painful reminder of the critical and urgent need for this funding. I am proud to lead a broad bipartisan coalition of attorneys general in urging Congress to provide this essential funding. And I am grateful for the immense courage of those like Judge Salas who continue to stand for justice despite the threats against them—threats that no public servant should ever have to endure.” – AG Platkin