"Unexplained Absence: Justice Clarence Thomas Misses Supreme Court Session"

Justice Clarence Thomas, the oldest and longest-serving member of the US Supreme Court and part of its conservative majority, was absent from the bench during Monday's session with no reason given. Chief Justice John Roberts noted his absence but did not offer an explanation, stating that Thomas would participate using written legal briefs and transcripts. The court spokeswoman did not provide additional information, and Thomas had previously missed arguments in March 2022 due to hospitalization.