The man who pleaded guilty to attempting to kill Justice Brett Kavanaugh now identifies as a woman.
Nicholas Roske, who targeted Kavanaugh in 2022, has adopted the name Sophie in court filings.
Court Filing
A new filing ahead of Roske’s Oct. 3 sentencing referred to “Ms. Roske.”
A footnote clarified that Nicholas remains the defendant’s legal name.
Nicholas Roske
The document said counsel would use female pronouns “out of respect.”
This marks the first time Roske has been referenced as Sophie in court.
It is unclear if Roske is undergoing transgender treatments in prison.
The Bureau of Prisons declined to confirm any medical details.
Officials cited privacy and security concerns in their refusal to comment.
The 2022 Incident
Roske traveled to Kavanaugh’s home in Maryland on June 8, 2022.
He carried a pistol, ammunition, a knife, a crowbar, and tactical gear.
Brett Kavanaugh
Roske admitted he planned to kill the Supreme Court justice.
After a phone call with his sister, Roske called 911 and surrendered.
U.S. marshals stationed outside Kavanaugh’s house also deterred the attack.
The attempt came weeks before Roe v. Wade was overturned.
The ruling drew heavy protests outside justices’ homes and the Supreme Court.
DOJ Sentencing Request
Federal prosecutors are seeking a 30-year prison sentence.
They said Roske researched multiple justices before targeting Kavanaugh.
The DOJ argued Roske’s intent was to alter the Supreme Court’s makeup.
Nicholas Roske
They acknowledged Roske’s decade-long history of mental health issues.
Records show he previously had violent thoughts about his sister.
Prosecutors said mental health problems do not lessen the crime’s severity.
Gender Revelation Context
The gender change comes amid DOJ debates on transgender inmates and firearms.
The revelation also coincides with scrutiny of political violence motives.
Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin was in a relationship with a transgender partner.
Authorities say Robinson claimed Kirk spread “hatred” before carrying out the attack.
Roske’s case adds another layer to discussions of ideology and identity.
The DOJ has not linked Roske’s gender identity to the assassination attempt.
What’s Next
Roske will be sentenced in federal court on Oct. 3.
The defense has not publicly commented on the gender identity change.
The DOJ continues to seek the maximum sentence of three decades.
Kavanaugh has not publicly spoken about the court filing.
The case underscores ongoing concerns about threats against the judiciary.
Roske remains in federal custody pending his sentencing hearing.
