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Clarence Thomas Defends Controversial Trips with Billionaire Donor

Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN

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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas stated that he did not need to disclose his luxury trips with a GOP billionaire at the time, despite the trips being worth tens of thousands of dollars. Photos of the trips were recently revealed, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest. Thomas argued that the trips did not need to be disclosed because the donor was a personal friend, not a business associate.

Clarence Thomas' Luxury Trips Paid for by GOP Megadonor Raise Conflict of Interest Concerns

Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN

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Justice Clarence Thomas accepted several luxury trips paid for by a GOP megadonor, according to a report by ProPublica. The report raises questions about potential ethics violations, as federal judges are required to disclose gifts and travel expenses. Thomas reportedly accepted trips to resorts in Montana and Georgia, as well as a private jet trip to Washington, D.C. The GOP donor, Harlan Crow, has also reportedly donated to Thomas' wife's conservative advocacy group.