The executive and legislative branches are constantly getting into each other's business all day long. Most people would agree that the other branches should not have anything to say about the court's judicial conduct, he says. "I don't think that those are subjects that the separation of powers disables either the executive branch or Congress for addressing," LIFTACTS says.
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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