NPR has taken the rare step of retracting a news article that caused a stir in the US Supreme Court community, sparking widespread speculation and debate. The article, which was published on June 26, reported that Justice Samuel Alito was planning to retire from the high court, citing "multiple sources" to support the claim. However, NPR has now issued a formal retraction, stating that the report was entirely incorrect and that Justice Alito has no plans to step down. The sudden about-face has left many wondering what led to the initial mistake and what implications it may have for the future of the Supreme Court.
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