Prosecutors detailed Nicholas Roske’s disturbing online searches before his attempted attack on Justice Kavanaugh, fueling debate on social media liability.
Federal prosecutors revealed chilling details of Nicholas Roske’s online activity before his 2022 attempt to assassinate Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh, saying it showed careful planning rather than impulsive behavior.
Court filings show Roske searched for “best way to break into a house,” “how much force do you need to stab someone’s neck,” and visited websites showing shooting and stabbing wounds. He also posted on Reddit about removing justices and on Discord about targeting “at least one” member of the court.
Prosecutors are seeking a 30-year sentence, citing the extensive digital record. Roske’s lawyers countered with an eight-year term, blaming pandemic stress and gender identity struggles for fueling suicidal thoughts and violent plans.
The revelations have renewed calls to overhaul Section 230, the law shielding internet platforms from liability. “We need to work on Section 230,” said FBI Director Kash Patel, urging Congress to act.
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