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- Justice Samuel Alito says he tries to ignore U.S. President Donald Trump’s praise and criticism.
- Alito expressed concern that escalating public rhetoric could damage the Court’s long-term standing.
- Alito said the 2022 Roe v. Wade overturn backlash was expected but not its extreme forms.
- Justice Amy Coney Barrett and Justice Elena Kagan asked Congress for $14.6 million after threat levels rose 38% in 2026.