Alito said he thought about retiring after the last term but decided to stay because he believes he can still make a valuable contribution. He intends to evaluate his retirement annually and expects to consider the move again next year. The timing of his potential departure is a point of political tension as Senate control remains uncertain; a Democratic-led Senate could potentially block presidential appointees to replace conservative justices.
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Justice Alito Says Dobbs Decision Made Supreme Court Majority Assassination Targets
US Politics15 days ago
Samuel Alito claimed in a pre-recorded interview with Fox News Sunday that there has been a concerted effort to intimidate the U.S. Supreme Court and influence the outcome of its cases. The 76-year-old justice stated that the ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade made the five justices in the majority targets for assassination, an escalation that he said nearly resulted in the killing of Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Alito expressed concern for the future of the court, citing disturbing public rhetoric from individuals in important positions.
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