I haven't seen embedding using graal/vm, or inter-op using the native JVM FFI.
There is (active, 2K stars) https://github.com/pvieito/PythonKit and I've heard of people being able to deploy apps with python on the app store. YMMV.
It is irksome to me given how much Linux is used inside Apple (board bringup, debugging, etc). You benefit from these gifts, Apple, give back a teensy bit in return. Everybody wins.
I noticed this too while trying to renew my bar dues. Its so devious. It degrades the whole profession when the gatekeeper is obviously trying to scam you.