The conservative justice was not present for oral arguments on Monday, but the court did not provide a reason why.

The conservative justice was not present for oral arguments on Monday, but the court did not provide a reason why.

Conservative Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was not present at the court for oral arguments on Monday, with the court giving no reason for his absence.

Chief Justice John Roberts said in court that Thomas “is not on the bench today” but would “participate fully” in the two cases being argued based on the briefs and transcripts.

A court spokeswoman had no further information.

Thomas, 75, is the eldest of the nine justices. The court has a 6-3 conservative majority.

  • @3volver@lemmy.world
    17•3 months ago

    The supreme court system is flawed and gives 9 individuals way too much power over the future of our country. I didn’t vote for any of them, neither did anyone else, and before anyone tells me “tHeY’Re ApPoinTed by PrEsidenT” just fuck off and know that you’re a part of the problem.