Alito Claims He Knows Identity of Dobbs Opinion Leaker but Lacks Definitive Proof
- Alito believes the leak was meant to intimidate the court and prevent the draft opinion from becoming the final decision.
- The leak created distrust within the court and made some justices targets of threats.
- Alito dismissed the theory that a conservative leaked the draft to lock in votes to overturn Roe v. Wade.
- Alito says he has a "pretty good idea" who leaked the draft but not enough evidence for the court to name someone.
- The leak was used for six weeks as part of a campaign to pressure the court, according to Alito.