NPR pulled a report on that date in 2026. The story falsely claimed Justice Samuel Alito was leaving the bench. Nina Totenberg authored the report, but NPR removed it once they found the inaccuracy. Officials stated they misinterpreted his job status. Totenberg termed the error deeply disappointing. Multiple outlets including CNN and The New York Times afterward mentioned the retraction. All reports agreed Alito remains retired. The confusion renewed debate about accuracy in judicial reporting.