On June 3, 2025, the United States imposed sanctions on additional judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC). The announcement was made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. This action follows previous sanctions imposed by the U.S. on the ICC, targeting the court's involvement in investigations related to the United States and Israel. The sanctions were announced during an event at the American Compass's The New World Gala in Washington. This move is part of a broader U.S. policy aimed at countering what it perceives as overreach by the ICC, particularly in cases involving American citizens and allies. The ICC has been conducting investigations into alleged war crimes and human rights abuses in both the U.S. and Israel, which has drawn significant criticism from the U.S. government. The ICC, established in 2002, is an independent international tribunal based in The Hague, Netherlands. It is tasked with prosecuting individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression. The court's jurisdiction is complementary to national criminal jurisdictions, meaning it steps in when national courts are unable or unwilling to prosecute crimes. The U.S. has historically been critical of the ICC, arguing that it infringes on national sovereignty and that its investigations are politically motivated. The latest round of sanctions is expected to further strain relations between the U.S. and the ICC. The U.S. has previously taken steps to protect its citizens and allies from ICC prosecutions, including invoking legal protections and imposing financial penalties. The ICC, meanwhile, has maintained its commitment to investigating and prosecuting international crimes, regardless of the political pressures it faces. The outcome of these sanctions and their impact on the ICC's operations remain to be seen, but they underscore the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and the international judicial body.