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Sinema's ex-bodyguard allegedly threatened judge in texts

The former bodyguard appeared in court for violating a no-contact order against the ex-senator, and the texts allegedly include a threat against a judge; security is now a court concern.

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  1. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorKyrsten Sinema's former bodyguard, who was also allegedly her partner, appeared in court for violating a no-contact order, and texts allegedly show he threatened to decapitate a judge.

  2. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorWith us is Maxine Torvald, a lobbyist whose firm represents judges' security groups and also bodyguard trade associations. Maxine, how can that be one job?

  3. Maxine TorvaldSpeaking as both of me, it's very simple. Judges need more protection, and guards need fewer rules about who they can guard.

  4. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThose two things sound opposed. So, should courts be tougher on guards who allegedly threaten judges?

  5. Maxine TorvaldAbsolutely, and also absolutely not. Speaking as both of me, a threat is a serious matter, but texts are just digital noise.

  6. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorOnly a text?

  7. Maxine TorvaldI said that on behalf of the guards. On behalf of the judges, I am horrified, and I'd like that on the record twice.

  8. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorLet me ask you again. What is the fix for courtroom security after a case like this?

  9. Maxine TorvaldSpeaking as both of me, judges should hire more guards, and guards should be hired by someone like my firm. We're already booked, thankfully.

  10. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorSo the fix is to hire you. Both of you.

  11. Maxine TorvaldSpeaking as both of me, we'd offer a discount to ourselves, and we'd negotiate it at a meeting.

  12. Maxine TorvaldI'd sit on both sides of the table.

  13. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorMaxine, you're wearing a two-sided lanyard. Which side is facing out right now?

  14. Maxine TorvaldI honestly can't tell from in here, Vera. I've been wearing it since Thursday.

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