Senate GOP eyes midterm calendar ahead of Samuel Alito retirement decision
President Trump would be responsible for nominating a successor should Justice Alito retire.

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President Trump would be responsible for nominating a successor should Justice Alito retire.

Senate Republicans are weighing the strategic benefits of Justice Samuel Alito retiring before the 2026 midterms to ensure a conservative successor while they still control both the White House and the Senate.
Senate Judiciary Chairman suggesting potential nominees
Grassley's version of this story ↗Senate Majority Leader expressing preference for Alito retirement
Thune's version of this story ↗President mentioned as the nominating authority
Member of Senate Judiciary Committee
Potential Supreme Court nominee mentioned by Grassley
Potential Supreme Court nominee mentioned by Grassley
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