Nicholas Roske attempted to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh in 2022, inspired by leaks of a draft opinion on overturning Roe v. Wade. Roske traveled from California to Maryland to murder Kavanaugh but was arrested. His confession is being contested by his lawyers. The leaked opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization signaled the intent to overturn Roe v. Wade, causing uproar and left-wing protests.
Key Points
Roske's confession to targeting Kavanaugh
Inspiration from leaked draft opinion on Roe v. Wade
Leaked opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization leading to uproar
Biden administration allowing protests against Kavanaugh
Controversy over Roske's trial and suppression of evidence
Pros
Justice system working to prevent harm to public figures