Liberal Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor expresses regret for strange claim against Trump-appointed justice

Justice Sotomayor Issues Apology to Justice Kavanaugh

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor has expressed regret towards one of her fellow justices following her remarks that suggested he was somewhat disconnected from everyday experiences.

Sotomayor, a liberal voice on the court, highlighted Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s professional upbringing, implying that this background limits his understanding of common people’s struggles.

“This comes from someone whose parents were professionals. You might not really know anyone who earns by the hour,” she remarked during an event at the University of Kansas School of Law on April 7. Although she didn’t name Kavanaugh directly, her comments were aimed at a colleague who sided with the Trump administration on immigration matters.

She referenced a case where a judge, presumably Kavanaugh, described a federal immigration suspension as a “temporary” measure. In agreement, Kavanaugh noted the suspension was “relatively short-lived,” but he also pointed out that Sotomayor overlooked the considerable “economic impact” it had on hourly workers.

“No one compensates for the time lost,” she commented, adding that such situations can heavily affect the well-being of families.

Later in the same event, Sotomayor criticized the Trump administration’s use of “shadow documents” to validate its policies. After receiving backlash for her earlier comments, she issued an apology, acknowledging that her remarks were “inappropriate.” She stated, “I regret the hurtful comments I made. I have apologized to my colleagues.”

It’s worth noting that in 2023, allegations emerged suggesting that Sotomayor insisted officials procure her books at public schools and libraries for her speaking engagements. She reportedly earned $3.1 million from advance sales of her memoir and over $400,000 for a children’s book.