Some on the Democratic side of the aisle are calling for an investigation of Extreme right-wing Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas for alleged ethics violations. Among these, are allegedly having ties to individuals whose cases have been before the court, and for allegedly accepting gifts from some of those who may be directly affected by these rulings (such as the egregious and infamous Citizens United decision (which Thomas voted for). If an investigation happens, it is possible that Thomas may be impeached and may be forced to leave the Court before his lifetime tenure is up. By the way, Thomas is also a friend of the Koch brothers. If Clarence Thomas is forced to step down, it could be an opportunity for the Democrats to have more leverage with the conservative-leaning Court. If you recall, Clarence Thomas was accused of having acted inappropriately with a former lawyer colleague, Anita Hill just before he become a Supreme Court Justice. He was vindicated by the old boys club of Congress, but I have always believed that he did what he was accused of. It was a matter of He Said, She Said. If I remember correctly Justice Thomas just barely squeaked by to survive as a Supreme Court nominee. It was a coup by the G.O.P.,because Ted Kennedy was on the nominating committee and the late Bay State Senator had a similar reputation for misconduct toward women. Also, to vote against a black nominee could be construed as racist, even though his extreme right-wing views should have otherwise sunk his nomination (remember the hapless Robert Bork?). (tbc?)
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