Senate GOP eyes midterm calendar ahead of Samuel Alito retirement decision
Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated his preference for Justice Alito to retire while Republicans maintain control of the Senate and White House.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated his preference for Justice Alito to retire while Republicans maintain control of the Senate and White House.
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 Majority Leader expressing preference for Alito retirement
Senate Judiciary Chairman suggesting potential nominees
Grassley's version of this story ↗
Senator and adviser to leadership discussing midterm strategy
Cornyn's version of this story ↗President mentioned as the nominating authority
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Potential Supreme Court nominee mentioned by Grassley
Potential Supreme Court nominee mentioned by Grassley
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