Morning Wire Targeting Supreme Court Justices | Saturday Extra
May 6, 2023
Carrie Severino, president of the Judicial Crisis Network and author of "Justice on Trial," dives into the recent swirl of allegations against Supreme Court Justices, particularly focusing on Clarence Thomas. She argues that claims of financial improprieties are politically motivated attacks on the conservative bench. The discussion also critiques media narratives and highlights the robustness of ethical disclosures among justices. Severino sheds light on how these controversies may impact the court and its perception in the public eye.
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Inconsistent Scrutiny of Justices
- Justice Sotomayor's case highlights inconsistencies in scrutinizing justices' actions.
- Appearance of impropriety matters, but focus seems biased.
30 Years of Attacks on Justice Thomas
- Carrie Severino, former clerk for Justice Thomas, dismisses accusations against him as meritless.
- She believes the attacks, spanning 30 years, aim to intimidate conservative justices.
Tuition Controversy
- Harlan Crowe, Justice Thomas's friend, paid tuition for his grandnephew, facing criticism.
- Severino argues this act of helping a young black man should be applauded.
