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Ocasio-Cortez and Raskin Urge Congressional Action on Supreme Court Ethics

Democratic lawmakers demand Chief Justice Roberts address ethical violations involving Justices Thomas and Alito.

TV journalists work outside of the U.S. Supreme Court Building on June 14, 2024, in Washington, D.C.
From left to right, Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts and Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland are pictured.
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Overview

  • Reps. Ocasio-Cortez and Raskin sent a letter to Chief Justice Roberts questioning the Supreme Court's ability to self-police.
  • The letter highlights undisclosed gifts received by Justice Thomas and political biases exhibited by Justice Alito.
  • Roberts has previously refused to meet with Congress regarding these ethical concerns.
  • Democrats are calling for stricter oversight and potential recusal of justices in conflict of interest cases.
  • Public trust in the Supreme Court has reached historic lows due to ongoing ethics scandals.