The Trump administration has asked Congress for an extra $58 million to strengthen security for senior officials in the executive and judicial branches.
The money would go to the U.S. Marshals Service and help protect Supreme Court justices as well.
The request is tied to the stop-gap spending bill lawmakers must pass before the 30 September government funding deadline.
Punchbowl News first reported the plan, and a White House official confirmed the details to several outlets.
Why the request was made
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at an event in Orem, Utah, on 10 September.
Police later arrested a 22-year-old suspect, who now faces murder and weapons charges.
Kirk’s death has renewed concern about political violence and the safety of public officials.
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson said lawmakers are reviewing security programs because “we have to protect people who run for public office.”
Threats continue to rise
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Michael Sullivan told CBS News his department expects to track more than 14,000 threats against members of Congress by the end of 2025—far above recent years.
The department remains on a “heightened posture” after the Utah attack.
What happens next
Congress must decide whether to add the $58 million request to the short-term funding bill now under negotiation.
Republicans support the security boost; Democrats say any deal should also cover health-care issues, so talks are ongoing.
If approved, the added money would:
- Expand U.S. Marshals Service details for senior executive-branch officials.
- Increase protection for Supreme Court justices during travel and public events.
- Support planning for possible security upgrades for members of Congress, though those details would be set later by lawmakers.
Until Congress votes, the White House says it will keep pushing for faster action, arguing that rising threats make stronger protection urgent.
