Posted 12/18/2023, 5:02:01 PM
Thomas Faces Backlash Over Reported Frustrations With Finances, Hint at Resignation
- Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas faced backlash after a report he hinted he may resign unless Congress authorized a pay raise in 2000
- The report alleged Thomas was frustrated with his financial situation and had debt, prompting a GOP lawmaker to say he would pursue a pay raise
- Critics accused Thomas of attempted bribery and said his lifestyle paid for by donors showed billionaires want something in return
- Defenders said the left targets Thomas for faithfully interpreting the Constitution and he seeks to comply with disclosure rules
- Thomas has not commented on the latest report but previously defended accepting trips from billionaire friends as personal hospitality