Chief Justice Roberts Not Testifying in Ethics Inquiry
Chief Justice John Roberts denied an invitation from the Senate Judiciary Committee seeking answers about Supreme Court ethics rules and potential reforms amid the controversy surrounding Justice Clarence Thomas.
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"Testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee by the chief justice of the United States is exceedingly rare, as one might expect in light of separation of powers concerns and the importance of preserving judicial independence," Roberts said in a letter to committee chairman Dick Durbin.
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In response, Durbin said: Make no mistake: Supreme Court ethics reform must happen whether the Court participates in the process or not.”.
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Thomas reportedly had close ties with a Republican megadonor, with luxury trips that were not included in his public filings.
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