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Sotomayor Apologizes for ‘Hurtful’ Criticism of Kavanaugh

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Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor publicly apologized for "hurtful" remarks directed at colleague Brett Kavanaugh during a recent speaking engagement, marking a rare acknowledgment of internal judicial tension. The comments occurred April 7 at the University of Kansas School of Law, where Sotomayor criticized Kavanaugh’s past legal opinions, later calling her remarks "inappropriate" in a formal apology. Sotomayor confirmed she personally apologized to Kavanaugh, emphasizing regret for undermining collegiality on the Court, though details of their disagreement remain undisclosed. The apology follows escalating scrutiny of Supreme Court dynamics, highlighting rare public friction among justices typically bound by institutional decorum and confidentiality. Legal analysts note such public apologies are exceptional, signaling potential strain within the Court as ideological divides persist amid high-profile rulings.
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