Justice Barrett Discusses Court Experience and Public Criticism

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett discussed her experiences on the nation's highest court during a recent appearance at the Library of Congress National Book Festival to promote her upcoming book. Barrett, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump in 2020, described feeling a sense of isolation due to public criticism of her judicial decisions. She noted that justices must be prepared to face unpopularity and maintain focus on their constitutional duties regardless of public opinion.