The Trump administration is sending a $58 million request to Congress to increase security for the executive and judicial branches in the wake of the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
Punchbowl was first to report the news.
A White House official confirmed the extra funds would be directed to the U.S. Marshals Service and would also include enhanced
protection for Supreme Court justices.
Additionally, the Trump administration expressed support for increased funding to protect congressional lawmakers, but may defer to the legislative branch on that.
This all comes ahead of a Sept. 30 government funding deadline.
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White House requests $58 million to increase security for executive, judicial branches after Charlie Kirk shooting, sources say
- by: Nikole Killion
- 2025-09-14
- Source:
CBS News
- 09/15/2025
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