An American flag flown upside-down has long been a symbol of extreme anguish and a useful tool for protest.

This week's disclosure on the flag flying at Alito's residence dealt the Supreme Court, which was already under criticism, yet another setback.

Alito claims he had nothing to do with his wife's brief flying of the flag during a fight with neighbors.

The legality of the 2020 election is being questioned by the wives of two of the high court's members.

Following allegations that his wife, Virginia Thomas, was complicit in attempts to void President Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 election

H.W. Bush was subject to requests for his recusal.

a core American ideal about elections and the peaceful transition of power, according to Tony Carrk

Several Democratic members of Congress, including Senate Judiciary Chairman Dick Durbin and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries

There was not a hint that Alito would. A request for comment made via the court's public information office was not answered by him.

Alito, a career prosecutor, was one of the court's most conservative justices. He was nominated by President George W. Bush and confirmed in 2006.