President Donald Trump expressed strong support for Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's announcement that he will remain on the U.S. Supreme Court for another term. In a post on Truth Social on Monday night, August 11, 2026, Trump wrote, "Great news for our Country! Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has announced that he is staying for another Term. He is one of the Greatest of All Time. We are all lucky!"

Alito, 76, confirmed last week that he plans to continue serving on the nation's highest court, dispelling speculation about a potential retirement while Trump is in office and Republicans control the Senate. In an interview published by The Wall Street Journal, Alito stated, "Obviously, I'm here for another term."

Alito and Justice Clarence Thomas, 78, are the two oldest members of the nine-member Supreme Court. Trump appointed three other conservative justices during his presidency—Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett—establishing a 6-3 conservative majority that has delivered significant rulings since 2020.

Trump's praise of Alito comes as the 2026 midterm elections approach, which could determine whether Republicans maintain the Senate majority necessary to confirm future Supreme Court nominees. A Democratic takeover could block Trump from appointing successors to justices like Alito.

Alito experienced a minor health incident in March 2026 when he was treated for dehydration at a Federalist Society event in Philadelphia, after which his security detail advised him to seek medical attention rather than undertake a long drive home.

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