Man With 200 Explosives And Leftist Manifesto Arrested Outside Supreme Court Event At Church: Police

On October 5, 2025, a man named Louis Geri was arrested outside the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington, D. C., where a church event honoring the Supreme Court, called the "Red Mass," was taking place. Geri, who had a large cache of explosives and a manifesto, posed a serious threat to attendees and the Supreme Court.

• Background of the Incident: Louis Geri, 41, had pitched a tent on the church steps and was found in possession of over 200 explosive devices. Geri is reported to have expressed animosity towards the Catholic Church and Supreme Court justices, as outlined in his manifesto.

• Details of the Arrest: Geri threatened police with his explosives when they tried to remove him from the area. He had said, "You better have these people step away or there’s going to be deaths," indicating the seriousness of his threats. Police discovered that he had about 200 explosive devices in his tent, including items likely designed for detonation from a distance.

• Charges Against Geri: After his arrest, Geri faced multiple charges, including unlawful entry, possession of destructive devices, and making threats. A bomb squad’s investigation confirmed that he had homemade explosives likely containing hazardous materials.

• Security Concerns about the Event: No Supreme Court justices attended this year's Red Mass due to previous security threats, particularly following an earlier assassination attempt against Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Concerns regarding security were heightened after a judge recently gave a lenient sentence to the man who attempted to assassinate Kavanaugh.

• Geri's Background: Originally from New Jersey but living in Arizona, Geri had a criminal history that included a conviction for indecent exposure. He had only recently been released from prison before this incident.

The arrest of Louis Geri underscores the ongoing threats faced by public figures and institutions, particularly in light of recent attempts on the lives of Supreme Court justices. The situation raises questions about security measures at such events and the judicial responses to threats against public officials. 

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