Clarence Thomas Reveals Private Jet Trips Linked to GOP Donor and Security Concerns

Justice Clarence Thomas has responded to reports that he failed to disclose luxury trips, flights on private jets, and a real estate transaction with Texas billionaire Harlan Crow in his annual financial disclosure form. Thomas defended his travel with Crow, who has donated to conservative causes, and explained that he flew on Crow's private jet due to increased security risks following the leak of a draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade. The disclosure comes as the Supreme Court faces scrutiny over its financial dealings and lack of an ethics code. Thomas acknowledged errors in his previous reports and stated that he is working with Supreme Court officials to determine if further amendments are necessary. Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr.'s financial disclosure form, which revealed a private plane trip to a luxury fishing lodge in Alaska hosted by hedge fund billionaire Paul Singer, was also released. Both justices have insisted that the gifts and travels did not need to be reported.