Crime & Justice

Clarence Thomas Pushed for Raise Before Taking Gifts From Rich Pals: Report

HARD UP

He also reportedly tried to get the ban on Supreme Court justices accepting speaking fees lifted, to no avail.

Martha Mercer
Martha Mercer 

Senior Editor

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas poses during a group portrait at the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., Oct. 7, 2022.
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Martha Mercer

Martha Mercer

Senior Editor

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