Kavanaugh Assassination Attempt: 30-Year Sentence Sought | JQJO

Nicholas Roske, a California man, pleaded guilty to attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh in June 2022. Federal prosecutors revealed Roske aimed to kill three justices to alter the constitutional order, citing his extensive premeditation and online research. Prosecutors are seeking a 30-year-to-life sentence, characterizing his actions as terrorism. Roske's motivation stemmed from the overturning of Roe v. Wade and perceived loosening of gun restrictions. The incident highlights a concerning rise in threats against federal judges.