Alito on Trump's praise of him, criticism of fellow justices: 'I put all of that out of my mind'

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito dismissed the influence of political praise and criticism in a rare televised interview, stating he deliberately ignores public remarks—including President Trump’s frequent endorsements and recent attacks on fellow justices. The justice emphasized his focus remains on legal principles rather than external commentary, signaling a deliberate separation from partisan discourse. His comments highlight ongoing tensions between the judiciary and executive branches amid heightened political scrutiny of the court. The interview offers insight into how one justice navigates the growing polarization surrounding the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito said in a rare televised interview Sunday on Fox News that he tries not to pay too much attention to President Trump's frequent praise of him — and recent criticism of some of his fellow justices on the bench. "I put all of that out of my mind. I trust...