Supreme Court Justices Voice Support for Formal Ethics Code Amid Lavish Gift Scrutiny

Justice Amy Coney Barrett says adopting a code of ethics for the Supreme Court would be a "good idea" and show the public what is happening.

Several justices have accepted lavish trips from GOP donors, raising ethics concerns. Justice Thomas recently disclosed trips paid for by donor Harlan Crow.

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced legislation requiring the Supreme Court to adopt an ethics code after reports of justices' trips.

Chief Justice Roberts provided a statement of ethics principles signed by the 9 justices, but said more can be done to adhere to high standards.

Justices Kagan and Kavanaugh also voiced support for the Supreme Court taking action to formally adopt ethics rules amid ongoing discussions.