Justice Alito Warns of Intimidation

Justice Samuel Alito warned in new interviews that threats and public pressure could intimidate the Supreme Court as it begins a new term. He also discussed the Dobbs abortion ruling and speculation about his retirement. The comments land during disputes over the Court’s conservative majority, including Democratic proposals to expand the Court or set term limits. A vacancy would let the president pick a successor, while Senate control after the midterms could shape confirmation. Alito defended Dobbs, saying the 14th Amendment did not create an abortion right. He said the draft leak made majority justices targets after Dobbs. Alito said he has a hunch about the leaker, but not enough evidence to name anyone.