NPR pulled a report on that date in 2026. The piece incorrectly stated Justice Samuel Alito was retiring. Nina Totenberg wrote the piece, but NPR retracted it upon identifying the inaccuracy. NPR representatives stated they misread his job status. Totenberg described the mistake regrettable. Multiple outlets including CNN and The New York Times later highlighted the retraction. They all agreed Alito remains retired. The confusion renewed debate about accuracy in court reporting.