Thomas Considered Resigning in 2000 Over Low Salary, Then Accepted Undisclosed Gifts
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Justice Thomas complained to a GOP lawmaker in 2000 about his salary and hinted he may resign if justices don't get a raise.
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Thomas was hundreds of thousands in debt and frustrated with his pay compared to wealthier justices.
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After 2000, Thomas accepted many undisclosed gifts from wealthy friends, including vacations and tuition payments.
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Recent ProPublica reports have revealed Thomas' controversial financial dealings and led to calls for Supreme Court ethics reform.
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A friend of Thomas said GOP megadonor Harlan Crow provided Thomas gifts due to his "limited salary."