Ms. Collins, a Republican in Maine facing a tough re-election battle, defended her vote to confirm Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh as Democrats look to capitalize on it politically.
On Monday, rumors began to spread that Justice Samuel Alito, 76, may retire from the United States Supreme Court, potentially triggering a confirmation battle for his replacement before the 2026 midterm elections. Republican leaders and strategists believe this could galvanize conservative voters.
Speculation that Justice Samuel Alito may retire from the Supreme Court has Republican senators and strategists eyeing a potential confirmation battle to energize conservative voters ahead of the midterm elections in November. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: On Monday, rumors began to spread that Justice Samuel Alito, 76, may retire from the United States Supreme Court, potentially triggering a confirmation battle for his replacement before the 2026 midterm elections. Republican leaders and strategists believe this could galvanize conservative voters. President Donald J. Trump recently signaled he is prepared to appoint multiple new justices. DETAIL: Rumors are circulating that Samuel Alito, known for his staunchly conservative voting…Open
Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. is the subject of intense speculation about whether he will retire in the coming months and give President Trump a fourth nominee.