In a recent interview on 'Fox News Sunday,' Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito addressed the 2022 leak of the draft opinion in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case. The leak, which revealed the court’s intention to overturn Roe v. Wade months before the official ruling, sparked a massive internal investigation and significant public controversy. Alito stated that he has an 'opinion' on who was responsible for the unauthorized disclosure, though he did not name any specific individuals or provide evidence to support his suspicion.

During the conversation, Alito also reflected on the atmosphere within the Supreme Court leading up to the final decision. He acknowledged that the conservative majority was aware that their ruling would likely incite widespread anger among those who supported abortion rights. While the Supreme Court conducted an internal investigation into the leak, the probe concluded in early 2023 without identifying the source of the breach. The investigation, led by the Supreme Court Marshal, faced criticism from some observers for its limited scope and failure to interview the justices themselves. Alito’s recent comments bring renewed attention to the unresolved security breach, which remains a point of tension regarding the court's internal confidentiality and public trust.