In 2022, tensions within the Supreme Court boiled over following the leak of the Dobbs abortion decision, with Justice Elena Kagan reportedly screaming at Justice Stephen Breyer so loudly that the 'wall was shaking,' according to a forthcoming book by Mollie Hemingway. The leak, which revealed the ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, sparked protests, security threats, and internal conflicts among the justices, highlighting deep partisan divides. The book sheds light on heated moments behind closed doors, including Kagan’s frustration over problematic dissent delays amid security concerns.

Amidst the controversy, security for justices was heightened, with the Department of Justice deploying marshals to protect them from violent protests, some of which involved armed individuals targeting justices' homes. Internal debate over the decision's pace was intense, with efforts to prioritize dissents due to threats, but disagreements persisted. The leak's fallout included vandalism at pro-life centers and increased precautions among the judiciary. Hemingway’s insights, based on interviews with justices and sources, reveal a court under unprecedented pressure during a pivotal moment in U.S. legal history.