NPR withdrew the story on that date in 2026. The story incorrectly stated Justice Samuel Alito was stepping down. Nina Totenberg authored the article, but NPR retracted it once they found the error. Officials confirmed they misinterpreted his court status. Totenberg called the mistake deeply disappointing. Several outlets like CNN and The New York Times later highlighted the retraction. They all agreed Alito remains retired. The mix-up fueled talk about precision in court reporting.