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October 4, 2026
Justice Samuel Alito Confirms Consideration of Retirement Amid Speculation
- Justice Samuel Alito, 76, confirmed he considered retirement earlier this year but believes he can still contribute meaningfully to the Court.
- He stated that political factors, such as Senate control, did not influence his decision to remain on the bench.
- Alito expressed frustration with the speculation surrounding his retirement, emphasizing he does not plan based on political calculations.
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- Conservative US supreme court justice Samuel Alito hints at retirement in interviewOct 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM · The Guardian
- Supreme Court Justice Alito said he's 'thought about' retirement as Senate control hangs in balanceOct 4, 2026 at 5:53 PM · CNBC
- The Alito Court: A rare interview with the influential Supreme Court justiceOct 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM · CBS News