Overview

• Justice Samuel Alito flew the 'Appeal to Heaven' flag at his vacation home, sparking controversy over its association with January 6th rioters.
• The flag, originally a Revolutionary War symbol, has been adopted by some modern movements, including Christian nationalists and 'Stop the Steal' supporters.
• Democratic lawmakers and pundits argue that Alito's actions compromise his ability to rule impartially on cases tied to January 6th and the 2020 election.
• Alito has not commented on the flag controversy, while some defend the flag's historical significance and criticize the backlash as politically motivated.
• The Supreme Court's ethics and impartiality are under increased scrutiny, with calls for Alito to recuse himself from specific cases.