Chief Justice Confirms Death of Justice Antonin Scalia

U.S. Chief Justice John Roberts on Saturday confirmed the death of conservative colleague Justice Antonin Scalia.

"On behalf of the court and retired justices, I am saddened to report that our colleague Justice Antonin Scalia has passed away," Roberts said.

"He was an extraordinary individual and jurist, admired and treasured by his colleagues. His passing is a great loss to the court and the country he so loyally served. We extend our deepest condolences to his wife, Maureen, and his family." (Reporting by Lawrence Hurley)