Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has been at the center of various controversies and discussions due to his outspoken views on different issues. In January 2021, an upside-down American flag was seen outside his home, with Alito attributing it to his wife's response to anti-Trump signs in the neighborhood.
Alito, known for his conservative stance, made headlines in 2010 during President Obama's State of the Union address when he appeared to shake his head in disagreement with Obama's criticism of the court's Citizens United decision. Over the years, Alito has been vocal about his views on same-sex marriage, gun control, and threats to free speech.
Appointed by President George W. Bush in 2005, Alito became a prominent conservative voice on the court following Justice Scalia's death in 2016. His 2022 opinion striking down guaranteed nationwide abortion access further solidified his position among the conservative right.
However, Alito's critics have raised concerns about his impartiality, particularly regarding flags connected to the January 6th Capitol attack that were flown over his properties. Some argue that this should disqualify him from voting on related cases, including one involving potential immunity for former President Trump.
Alito has hinted at his stance on Trump's immunity claim, expressing concerns about the potential destabilization of the country's democracy if a former president faces criminal prosecution post-office. These developments have sparked debates about Alito's role on the Supreme Court and the implications of his views on key legal matters.
