Australian Open 2026: Inglis Wins in Tense Battle
- Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito is at the center of controversy following reports alleging he shared a draft opinion in Dobbs v.
- The leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion in May 2022, overturning roe v.Wade, was an unprecedented event in modern Supreme Court history.
- On January 11, 2024, Rolling Stone published a report detailing allegations that justice Alito shared the draft opinion with conservative religious figures, including Reverend Rob Schenck, before the...
Inspired qualifier maddison Inglis has ridden an emotional rollercoaster in her first grand slam appearance in four years to book a spot in the Australian Open third round.
Inglis has joined big gun Alex de Minaur in the round of 32 after defeating German veteran Laura Siegemund 6-4 7-6 (7-3) 7-6 (10-7) in a tense, gruelling and sometimes fiery match that lasted three hours and 20 minutes on ANZ Arena.
After failing to serve out the match in the second set, the 28-year-old’s hopes of progressing seemed over.
But in mirroring her first-round win over close friend Kim Birrell, when she failed to convert a gilt-edged possibility, Inglis turned it around by breaking back when siegemund was serving for the match at 5-4 in the third set.
Despite appearing to injure herself late when stretching for a ball, the Perth product recovered and overcame some nervous moments to win the first-to-10-point tiebreaker.
Samuel Alito and Allegations of Leaked Supreme Court Draft Opinion
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Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito is at the center of controversy following reports alleging he shared a draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Institution with individuals who then leaked the document to the media. These allegations, reported by Rolling stone, have prompted calls for inquiry and recusal, but Alito has vehemently denied any involvement in the leak.
The leak of the Dobbs Draft Opinion
The leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion in May 2022, overturning roe v.Wade, was an unprecedented event in modern Supreme Court history. The draft, authored by Justice Alito, signaled the court’s intention to overturn nearly 50 years of federal constitutional protection for abortion rights. The final opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization was released on June 24, 2022, and officially overturned Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey.
allegations Against Justice Alito
On January 11, 2024, Rolling Stone published a report detailing allegations that justice Alito shared the draft opinion with conservative religious figures, including Reverend Rob Schenck, before the official leak. The report claims Schenck then shared the details with others, possibly contributing to its eventual publication by Politico. Rolling Stone’s report details the alleged chain of events.
Justice Alito responded to the allegations in a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman dick Durbin, calling the claims “false” and stating he had “no advance knowledge” of the leak. Alito’s letter to Senator Durbin explicitly denies any role in disclosing the draft opinion.
Calls for Investigation and recusal
Following the Rolling Stone report, several Democratic lawmakers called for an investigation into Justice Alito’s conduct. some have also demanded his recusal from cases related to the 2020 election and the January 6th insurrection, citing a potential conflict of interest. NBC News reported on the calls for investigation from Democratic members of Congress.
The Role of Reverend Rob Schenck
Reverend Rob Schenck, a former anti-abortion activist, is a central figure in the allegations.He claims he was informed about the impending Dobbs decision by Justice Alito and others within conservative circles. Schenck has provided documentation, including notes and emails, to support his claims.The New York Times detailed Schenck’s account and the evidence he has provided.
Current Status (as of January 22, 2024)
As of January 22, 2024, the Justice Department has not announced any formal investigation into the allegations against Justice Alito. The Senate Judiciary Committee has acknowledged receiving Alito’s letter and is considering its response. The controversy continues to fuel debate about the integrity of the Supreme Court and the need for greater clarity. No new verified information has emerged since Justice Alito’s initial response and the publication of supporting documentation by Reverend Schenck.