Senate Democrats and Judges Criticize Justice Alito Over Ethics and Flag Controversy

Federal Judge Michael Ponsor criticized Justice Samuel Alito for flying an upside-down American flag, a symbol associated with Trump supporters, at his home following the Jan. 6 riot. Ponsor argued that such actions erode public trust in the judiciary and are ethically improper, regardless of legality. Alito claimed his wife hung the flag in response to a neighbor's insults. Ponsor emphasized that judges and their families should avoid actions that could compromise the court's integrity.