Alito told CBS News that he weighs his retirement annually and decided against leaving at the conclusion of the previous term. While he believes it is foolhardy to set a specific number of years remaining on the court, he maintains he can still make valuable contributions. In separate interviews, Alito claimed the ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade made the court majority targets for assassination and described concerted efforts to intimidate the judiciary.
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Justice Alito Will Not Rush Retirement If Democrats Win Senate
US Politics15 days ago
The 76 year old Supreme Court Justice intends to remain on the bench until at least the end of the current term in June. Samuel Alito told Bloomberg News he will not undergo a rushed lame duck retirement even if Democrats win control of the Senate, a move that political analysts suggest would prevent President Trump from appointing a conservative successor.
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