ProPublica report raises serious questions about Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and the lavish gifts that he reportedly accepted from a GOP mega donor. A member of Justice Thomas' family had his private school tuition for years, paid by billionaire Republican donor Harlan Crow. The total amount paid isn't known, but payments were made to two separate schools and could have exceeded $150,000.
Debate about ethical standards for Supreme Court justices has intensified after a series of revelations about undisclosed gifts, luxury travel and property deals.
Adam Liptak, who covers the court for The Times, reviews the allegations of misconduct and the growing calls to do something about it.
Guest: Adam Liptak, a correspondent covering the United States Supreme Court for The New York Times.
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