James GleickAug 10, 2023

The most blatantly corrupt Supreme Court Justice in U.S. history.

“At least 38 destination vacations, including a previously unreported voyage on a yacht around the Bahamas; 26 private jet flights, plus an additional eight by helicopter; a dozen VIP passes to sporting events, typically perched in the skybox; two stays at luxury resorts in Florida and Jamaica; and one standing invitation to an uber-exclusive golf club ...” @ProPublica https://www.propublica.org/article/clarence-thomas-other-billionaires-sokol-huizenga-novelly-supreme-court https://www.propublica.org/article/clarence-thomas-other-billionaires-sokol-huizenga-novelly-supreme-court?utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=mastodon-post

Clarence Thomas’ 38 Vacations: The Other Billionaires Who Have Treated the Supreme Court Justice to Luxury Travel

The fullest accounting yet shows how Thomas has secretly reaped the benefits from a network of wealthy and well-connected patrons that is far more extensive than previously understood.

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@JamesGleick That article isn't complete. missing the almost $300k RV he uses to look 'folksy': https://www.businessinsider.com/clarence-thomas-purchased-luxury-rv-with-help-of-healthcare-executive-2023-8?op=1
Clarence Thomas purchased his RV with the help of a wealthy friend

The Supreme Court justice did not disclose that a former healthcare executive helped finance the purchase of his $267,000 recreational vehicle.

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Aug 10, 2023 at 5:59pmWeb