
Conservative Justice Samuel Alito and liberal Justice Sonia Sotomayor engaged in an unusual, public clash in the courtroom over the outcome of an immigration case, with Alito delivering the final word. The exchange was notable for its directness and for airing sharp ideological disagreement between the justices during oral arguments. The incident adds to broader signs of heightened tension on the court as it confronts other contentious immigration matters, including disputes over birthright citizenship and protections for Haitian migrants.
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