Court Filing Reveals Motives in Kavanaugh Threat

A recent federal court filing has confirmed that Nicholas Roske, who attempted to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh in June 2022, was motivated by the leak of the draft ruling on Roe v. Wade. Roske expressed that the leak incited his anger over the potential overturning of abortion rights and also concerned him regarding the Court's stance on gun control, particularly following recent mass shootings. He traveled from California to Kavanaugh's home with intentions to kill the Justice and then himself, believing he could make a difference by doing so. Currently awaiting trial, Roske's defense is seeking to suppress evidence of his confession, arguing he was not properly informed of his rights. The leak of the Dobbs decision has been characterized as a significant breach of security that has had far-reaching implications, including increased tensions surrounding Supreme Court Justices. The incident highlights ongoing controversies surrounding the Court's decisions and the political climate surrounding them.