Justice Samuel Alito is a prominent figure on the U.S. Supreme Court, known for his conservative views and significant influence on landmark cases
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. Born on April 1, 1950, in Trenton, New Jersey, Alito has had a long and distinguished career in law and public service
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. He graduated from Princeton University and Yale Law School, and has served in various legal roles, including as a U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey and a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
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Alito was nominated to the Supreme Court by President George W. Bush and has been serving since January 31, 2006
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. He is known for his “practical originalism,” a judicial philosophy that interprets the Constitution according to its original meaning at the time it was written
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. This approach has guided his opinions in several high-profile cases, including McDonald v. Chicago (2010) on firearm rights, Burwell v. Hobby Lobby (2014) on insurance coverage, Janus v. AFSCME (2018) on public-sector union security agreements, and Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization (2022) on abortion
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One of the most recent and notable moments involving Justice Alito occurred during a First Amendment case concerning a Texas law mandating age verification for adult websites
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. During the hearing, Alito asked a lawyer representing the adult entertainment industry whether sites like Pornhub carry cultural articles similar to those in the old Playboy magazine
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. This unexpected question drew significant attention and highlighted Alito’s sometimes unconventional approach to oral arguments
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Alito’s career has not been without controversy. He has faced criticism for his interactions with political figures, including a call with President-elect Donald Trump in 2021, which raised ethical concerns
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. Additionally, Alito has been involved in debates over the need for a formal code of ethics for Supreme Court justices, as the current rules are not mandatory or enforceable
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Despite the controversies, Alito remains a key figure on the Supreme Court, and his opinions continue to shape American jurisprudence. His career is a testament to the impact one individual can have on the legal landscape of a nation.
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