Summary
The U.S. Judicial Conference announced it will not refer ethics allegations against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to the Justice Department.
The allegations involve undisclosed luxury trips funded by wealthy friends, which Thomas claims were exempt from disclosure due to personal ties.
Thomas agreed to updated reporting requirements on trips and gifts, addressing concerns about undisclosed luxury trips funded by wealthy benefactors.
Critics argue the decision underscores the need for Congress to establish mechanisms to enforce ethical standards for Supreme Court justices.
But how exactly does that mean it loses its power? Sure it has no public trust, but what does that really mean as far as the power it weilds?
It means nothing, because there’s no legal mechanism for the people to remove anyone from the 3 branches.