Biden Plans to End Covid Emergency Declarations
Democrats Seek Criminal Probe into Trump
Two top Democratic senators have asked the Justice Department to open a criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump regarding his alleged role in the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Ocasio-Cortez Introduces Impeachment Articles against Justice Thomas
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Democratic representative from New York, has introduced articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. The articles allege that Thomas violated federal ethics laws by failing to disclose his wife's conservative political activism and income.
Justice Thomas's American Journey
Early Life and Childhood
Clarence Thomas, the second Black justice to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States, was born on June 23, 1948 in the small coastal community of Pin Point, Georgia. He grew up in poverty and faced racial discrimination throughout his childhood.
Allegations of Financial Impropriety
Justice Thomas has been accused of secretly accepting gifts and income potentially worth millions of dollars, including from conservative groups that have supported his judicial decisions. The allegations have raised concerns about his impartiality and have prompted calls for his impeachment.
Smith's Role in Trump Probe Uncertain
By signaling that the appointment of special counsel Jack Smith was in doubt, Justice Thomas adopted a different approach from the other Supreme Court justices. His stance has sparked speculation about his motives and the potential impact on the investigation into Trump.
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