Judges Warn of Political Violence Ahead of 2024 Election

Federal judges are increasingly concerned about the potential for political violence as the 2024 presidential election approaches, citing inflammatory rhetoric from former President Donald Trump. U.S. District Judge Reggie Walton warned that Trump is 'riling up the troops again,' which could lead to another insurrection similar to the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Other judges, including Jia Cobb and Rudolph Contreras, echoed these fears, emphasizing that the political environment is volatile and could trigger unrest if election outcomes are contested. With over 1,500 people charged in connection with the Capitol riot, judges are making it clear that political violence will not be tolerated. The judges' sentiments reflect a broader anxiety about the state of American democracy as Election Day nears.