Justice Clarence Thomas has once again made headlines, adding to his string of recent Supreme Court victories. From abolishing abortion rights to undermining federal regulations and now thwarting the prosecution of Donald Trump for hoarding classified documents, the ultraconservative justice continues to make waves.
Judge Aileen Cannon made a shocking decision to dismiss the case against Trump based on a legal argument initially proposed by the former president’s lawyers. Thomas, known for his extreme legal theories, laid the groundwork for Cannon’s decision in a recent concurring opinion.
This decision, which diverges from decades of legal precedent, has left legal observers in disbelief. Thomas’ influence over Cannon’s ruling has raised concerns about conflicts of interest and ethics scandals surrounding the justice and his ties to Trump.
With Thomas playing a significant role in not only this case but also a previous decision granting immunity to Trump, the justice’s actions are under scrutiny. Despite calls for investigation and impeachment, Thomas continues to push the boundaries in the legal realm.