Kavanaugh's Shift Signals Potential Break From Conservative Norms

WHO:

Alternet - Justice Samuel Alito stated, “I think I can still make a contribution,” regarding his decision to remain on the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Justice Samuel Alito stated he is considering retirement from the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Senator Susan Collins confirmed she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee as she did with Kavanaugh.

Alternet - Justice Samuel Alito, who is 76, is considering retirement from the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Senator Susan Collins confirmed she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee as she did with Kavanaugh.

Alternet - Troy Jackson, Collins' Democratic opponent, stated, "This election will determine who confirms the next Supreme Court justice," while attacking Collins’ record.

Alternet - Justice Samuel Alito, who is 76, is considering retirement from the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Senator Susan Collins confirmed she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee as she did with Kavanaugh.

Alternet - Justice Samuel Alito, Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Senator Susan Collins, Troy Jackson

CBS News Politics - Justice Samuel Alito's new book is titled "So Ordered: An Originalist's View of the Constitution, the Court, and Our Country."

Alternet - Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Justice Samuel Alito, Sunoco Inc., Suncor Energy, Exxon Mobil

CBS News Politics - Justice Samuel Alito

WHAT:

Alternet - Alito has authored the 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that reversed Roe v. Wade.

Alternet - Alito's new book is titled "So Ordered: An Originalist's View of the Constitution, the Court, and Our Country."

Alternet - Alito's potential retirement could allow Trump another opportunity to alter the composition of the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Kavanaugh was the only member of the Supreme Court to publicly express a desire for the court to take the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline.

Alternet - The Supreme Court refused to hear the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline, leaving intact a class-action judgment of roughly $100 million against Sunoco.

Alternet - The federal appeals court dismissed Sunoco's arguments regarding the class-action suit, which involved tens of thousands of holders of royalties and interest.

Alternet - Alito's potential retirement could allow Trump another opportunity to alter the composition of the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Collins stated, "Yes," when asked if she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee.

Alternet - Alito stated he is considering retiring from the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Kavanaugh was the only member of the Supreme Court to publicly express a desire for the court to take the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline.

Alternet - The Supreme Court refused to hear the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline, leaving intact a class-action judgment of roughly $100 million against Sunoco.

Alternet - The federal appeals court dismissed Sunoco's arguments regarding the class-action suit, which involved tens of thousands of holders of royalties and interest.

Alternet - Kavanaugh supported another hearing for Sunoco, which was not publicly supported by his colleagues.

Alternet - Kavanaugh expressed sympathy for Suncor Energy and Exxon Mobil in a separate case involving lawsuits from local governments in Colorado regarding climate change damages.

Alternet - Kavanaugh stated, “As I read them together, [these precedents] make crystal clear that interstate air and water pollution are matters for federal law unless Congress specifically preserves state law.”

Alternet - Alito's potential retirement could allow Trump another opportunity to alter the composition of the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Collins stated, "Yes," when asked if she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee.

Alternet - Alito stated he is considering retiring from the Supreme Court.

Alternet - Collins confirmed she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee as she did with Kavanaugh.

Alternet - Collins stated, "I do not regret the vote," regarding her support for Kavanaugh.

CBS News Politics - Alito's book is set to be released this week.

Alternet - Kavanaugh was the only member of the Supreme Court to publicly express a desire for the court to take the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline.

Alternet - The Supreme Court refused to hear the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline, leaving intact a class-action judgment of roughly $100 million against Sunoco.

Alternet - The federal appeals court dismissed Sunoco's arguments regarding the class-action suit, which involved tens of thousands of holders of royalties and interest.

Alternet - Kavanaugh supported another hearing for Sunoco, which was not publicly supported by his colleagues.

Alternet - Kavanaugh expressed sympathy for Suncor Energy and Exxon Mobil in a separate case involving lawsuits from local governments in Colorado regarding climate change damages.

WHERE:

Alternet - The case involved oil wells in Oklahoma and lawsuits initiated by local governments in Colorado.

WHY:

Alternet - Alito expressed concern about a "concerted effort to intimidate the court" during a recent interview.

Alternet - The possibility of another vacancy on the Supreme Court has revived discussions about Collins' vote for Kavanaugh, which has been politically damaging.

Alternet - Alito's recusal from the case was reportedly due to a financial interest in Sunoco's competitors.

Alternet - The possibility of another vacancy on the Supreme Court has revived discussions about Collins' vote for Kavanaugh, which has been politically damaging.

Alternet - The potential for another vacancy on the Supreme Court has revived discussions about Collins' vote for Kavanaugh, which has been politically damaging.

Alternet - Alito's recusal from the case was reportedly due to a financial interest in Sunoco's competitors.

Alternet - The possibility of another vacancy on the Supreme Court has revived discussions about Collins' vote for Kavanaugh, which has been politically damaging.

Alternet - The potential for another vacancy on the Supreme Court has revived discussions about Collins' vote for Kavanaugh, which has been politically damaging.

Alternet - Alito's recusal from the case was reportedly due to a financial interest in Sunoco's competitors.

HOW:

Alternet - Alito stated that political considerations did not influence his decision to remain on the court, emphasizing the unpredictability of future political landscapes.

Alternet - Jackson is attempting to revisit Collins' past vote with voters, stating, "This election will determine who confirms the next Supreme Court justice."

Alternet - Alito addressed President Trump's criticisms of the Court during an interview, stating, "We are not attempting to further any political agenda."

Alternet - The Supreme Court's decision not to consider Sunoco's appeal meant that the ruling could stay in place.

Alternet - Troy Jackson, Collins' Democratic opponent, stated, "This election will determine who confirms the next Supreme Court justice," while attacking Collins’ record.

Alternet - Jackson is attempting to revisit Collins' past vote with voters, stating, "This election will determine who confirms the next Supreme Court justice."

CBS News Politics - Alito addressed President Trump's criticisms of the Court during an interview, stating, "We are not attempting to further any political agenda."

Alternet - The Supreme Court's decision not to consider Sunoco's appeal meant that the ruling could stay in place.

(UPDATED October 6, 2026 15:01 UTC)

Justice Samuel Alito has announced his intention to remain on the Supreme Court, stating, “I think I can still make a contribution.” Alito, who authored the significant 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that reversed Roe v. Wade, has also released a new book titled "So Ordered: An Originalist's View of the Constitution, the Court, and Our Country." In a recent interview, he expressed concern about a "concerted effort to intimidate the court," while asserting that political considerations did not influence his decision to stay, highlighting the unpredictability of future political landscapes.

(UPDATED October 6, 2026 12:00 UTC)

Justice Samuel Alito is considering retirement from the Supreme Court, which could give Trump another chance to influence its composition. Senator Susan Collins has confirmed that she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee as she did with Kavanaugh, whose vote has become politically contentious. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has declined to hear the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline, leaving a class-action judgment of roughly $100 million against Sunoco intact, and Alito's recusal from the case was reportedly due to a financial interest in Sunoco's competitors.

(UPDATED October 6, 2026 02:10 UTC)

Justice Samuel Alito is considering retirement from the Supreme Court, which could give Trump another chance to reshape the court's composition. In response, Senator Susan Collins confirmed she would apply the same confirmation process to any future Trump nominee as she did with Kavanaugh, while her Democratic opponent, Troy Jackson, emphasized that the upcoming election will be crucial in determining who confirms the next Supreme Court justice. This potential vacancy has reignited discussions about Collins' controversial vote for Kavanaugh, which has been politically damaging for her campaign.

(UPDATED October 5, 2026 23:00 UTC)

Justice Samuel Alito, who is 76, is reportedly considering retirement from the Supreme Court, which could give Trump another chance to reshape its composition. Senator Susan Collins confirmed that she would apply the same procedure to another Trump nominee as she did with Kavanaugh, stating simply, "Yes." Meanwhile, Collins' Democratic opponent, Troy Jackson, emphasized the stakes of the upcoming election, declaring, "This election will determine who confirms the next Supreme Court justice," while criticizing Collins’ voting record.

(UPDATED October 5, 2026 19:07 UTC)

Justice Samuel Alito has announced that he is considering retiring from the Supreme Court, a move that has sparked renewed discussions about the implications of such a vacancy. Senator Susan Collins confirmed that she would apply the same procedure to any future Trump nominee as she did with Brett Kavanaugh, adding that she does not regret her vote in support of Kavanaugh despite the political fallout. Meanwhile, Troy Jackson is urging voters to reflect on Collins' past decision, emphasizing that the upcoming election will play a crucial role in determining who confirms the next Supreme Court justice.

(UPDATED October 5, 2026 18:02 UTC)

Justice Samuel Alito's new book, titled "So Ordered: An Originalist's View of the Constitution, the Court, and Our Country," is set to be released this week. In an interview, Alito addressed President Trump's criticisms of the Court, emphasizing that "We are not attempting to further any political agenda." This book promises to provide insight into Alito's views on the Constitution and the role of the judiciary in America.

(UPDATED October 5, 2026 17:04 UTC)

The Supreme Court has decided not to hear the case of Sunoco Inc. v. Cline, which upholds a class-action judgment of approximately $100 million against the company. Justice Brett Kavanaugh was the only member of the court to express interest in revisiting the case, while Justice Samuel Alito recused himself due to a financial interest in Sunoco's competitors. In a separate matter, Kavanaugh showed sympathy for Suncor Energy and Exxon Mobil, emphasizing that issues of interstate air and water pollution fall under federal law unless Congress specifies otherwise.