Threats Against Judges Are a Direct Attack on the Republic

We Have a System for Settling Disputes—It Must Be Respected

The United States was built on a system of government where disputes are settled through process, not through violence or intimidation. The courts are not supposed to move at the pace of public anger. The system is slow by design—deliberate, cautious, and protective of individual rights. That can be frustrating, but it is one of the main reasons our country still functions.

I Don't Like Activist Judges Either—But Intimidation Is Not the Answer

Let me be clear: I understand the frustration. I don’t like activist judges who legislate from the bench or twist the law to fit political agendas. They should be called out and held accountable. But that does not mean we resort to threats, coercion, or violence. If we start intimidating judges now—just because we are the ones in power—we will set a precedent that destroys us when we are out of power. You don't burn down the only bridge that protects your side during the next crossing.

Weakening the Judiciary Today Will Leave Us Defenseless Tomorrow

If we undermine the courts when they rule against us, what happens when the other side takes control? If we have shattered the independence and strength of the judiciary, they won't be able to protect us when we need them. A judge who has been cowed into submission can’t stand up for anyone. A system that rewards intimidation will always fall to whoever is willing to be more ruthless. That’s not justice—that’s tyranny.

Threats, Violence, and Assassination Attempts Are Absolutely Unacceptable

No matter the judge. No matter the case. No matter your political beliefs. Threatening or harming a judge is never acceptable. It’s not protest. It’s not free speech. It’s not activism. It’s terrorism—plain and simple. And it must be condemned in every form, without hesitation.

Judges Must Be Protected—So They Can Make the Right Call, Not the Popular One

If we want judges to rule based on the law—not fear—we must protect them. They need the safety and support to make unpopular decisions. That’s what real justice looks like: decisions made from principle, not pressure. A society that can’t guarantee the safety of its judges can’t guarantee justice for its citizens.

Pressure Judges to Be Neutral, But Through Lawful Means

Accountability matters. Judges should be challenged through proper channels—appeals, legal arguments, legislation, and public discourse. We must demand neutrality and adherence to the law. But we can never tolerate threats. There is a line that cannot be crossed—and threats against judges cross it.

Final Word: We Must Stand for the Rule of Law—Even When It’s Inconvenient

We don’t have to like every ruling. We don’t have to agree with every judge. But if we destroy the judiciary, we destroy the very system that protects us. You cannot defend freedom by attacking the people sworn to uphold it. Either we protect the courts now—or we will have nothing left to protect us when the tide turns.