Clarence Thomas.
Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States since 1991
- Reports this week
- 4
- Active events
- 5
- Connections
- 164
What's happening
Active this week
-
Supreme Court justices face scrutiny over financial disclosures and luxury travel, alongside testimony before Congress on budget funding.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
-
The Senate majority is considering a move to rebalance the Supreme Court.Some support1 report
-
The Supreme Court is navigating judicial changes, including a retracted NPR story about Alito, Trump seeking favorable appointees, and James Ho emerging as a potential nominee.Well supported26 reports5 developments inside
-
Donald Trump appointed judges to lifetime tenure.Some support1 report
-
On November 9, 2026, the Supreme Court delivered a ruling, with Sotomayor and Kagan joining the dissent and Thomas and Kavanaugh joining the majority.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
-
Clarence Thomas showed receptiveness to legal arguments presented by Donald Trump.Well supported7 reports
-
Clarence Thomas serves as top counselor to President Trump, and his views contrast with Barack Obama's judicial philosophy.Some support3 reports
-
Allegations of sexual misconduct regarding Clarence Thomas's nomination process involving Anita Hill.Well supported9 reports
-
John Roberts and Clarence Thomas disagreed over the presumption of regularity in a recent judicial matter.Some support1 report
-
Clarence Thomas is considering a challenge to a Cook County ordinance and commenting on potential review of bans before the Supreme Court.Well supported65 reports
-
Inmates in Florida, Minnesota, and New Jersey challenged prison policies, leading to dissents from Justices Alito and Thomas.Well supported13 reports
-
The new event covers Amy Acton's political campaign, a Supreme Court decision, and Marco Rubio's comments while in Mumbai.Some support5 reports
-
Eastman and Clarence Thomas are facing bar complaints, with Eastman having previously served as Justice Thomas's clerk.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
-
High court justices are currently serving, while Congress is actively limiting the confirmation of future nominees, impacting the judicial landscape.Well supported6 reports
-
Clarence Thomas and Bill Kristol discussed the dynamics of power within the Supreme Court.Some support1 report
-
Anita Hill testified about harassment by Clarence Thomas, while Henry Kissinger advised on Nixon's diplomacy and AMA warned about drug toxicity.Some support1 report
-
DART successfully shifted an asteroid's orbit, and Clarence Thomas was accused of sexual harassment in testimony.Some support2 reports
-
HarperCollins paid Clarence Thomas a $1.5 million advance in 2003.Some support1 report
-
The status of Donald Trump, Amy Coney Barrett, and Clarence Thomas regarding their appointments and service on the Supreme Court was discussed.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
-
Executive order challenges constitutional interpretation involving Clarence Thomas and Donald Trump.Well supported18 reports2 developments inside
-
Mike Pence discussed the Republican Party's ideological agenda, drawing parallels to Clarence Thomas's recent speech.Well supported3 reports
-
Students polled about working with Clarence Thomas at Stanford University.Some support1 report
-
Clarence Thomas, Donald Trump, and others are linked to conservative political influence, handling cases on voting rights and architecture of the conservative supermajority.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
A law firm tied to conservative interests received over $29 million, raising concerns about money funneling into legal arguments.Some support1 report
-
Clarence Thomas and Ketanji Brown Jackson weighed in on constitutional law.Some support1 report2 developments inside
-
Clarence Thomas and Ketanji Brown Jackson voted in a majority on cases on September 20, 2026.Some support1 report
-
Congress monitors election security efforts while judges dissent on the rejection of an executive order.Some support1 report
-
A judge voted to protect Donald Trump's agenda, while Joe Scarborough criticized Trump's plot to destroy democracy.Some support1 report
-
A bloc of judges influenced a 6-3 vote outcome involving Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, and Samuel Alito.Some support2 reports
-
Justices Alito and Thomas participate in the Supreme Court review of ongoing election rule challenges related to mail ballots in North Carolina.Well supported5 reports
-
Justices Thomas and Alito are often paired, and their potential retirement could impact the conservative bloc on the Supreme Court.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
-
Judges, including Clarence Thomas and Brett Kavanaugh, share conservative views on election law, reflecting political leanings in judicial appointments.Well supported5 reports
-
The Supreme Court delivered a ruling against Donald Trump's order, with John Roberts writing the opinion, Clarence Thomas dissenting, and Brett Kavanaugh disagreeing.Well supported31 reports1 development inside
-
A book published in 2007 detailed criticism of the National Rifle Association's institutional role and influence, involving the Supreme Court and Clarence Thomas.Some support1 report
-
Clarence Thomas was raised in Pin Point, Georgia.Some support5 reports
-
Kamala Harris, Kristen Welker, and others discussed the Supreme Court's size and judicial stances, with Clyburn pushing for Congressional action.Some support2 reports
-
Ted Cruz is campaigning in Iowa and promoting a biography of Justice Clarence Thomas, while discussing the potential 2028 presidential field.Some support8 reports
-
Justice Clarence Thomas is involved in the ongoing processes of the Supreme Court.Some support2 reports
-
Clarence Thomas faced scrutiny regarding his impartiality due to gifts, prompting warnings from critics.Some support1 report
-
The Supreme Court is considering issues related to Donald Trump's administration, including a case involving Lau, with Clarence Thomas writing the opinion and Ketanji Brown Jackson dissenting.Well supported6 reports
-
Justices Thomas and Gorsuch dissented against established press freedom standards, while Donald Trump joined critics challenging the rule, alongside a reference to Montgomery's civil rights history.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
No new reports in 90+ days-
Clarence Thomas cited Michael McConnell's work at Stanford as an example.Some support2 reports
-
Clarence Thomas and Brett Kavanaugh are currently influential figures in the processes of the Supreme Court.Some support1 report
-
Congress's dysfunction is impacting the judicial appointments of Supreme Court justices including Brett Kavanaugh, Amy Coney Barrett, and Clarence Thomas.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
-
Calls have emerged for both Supreme Court justices, Clarence Thomas and Amy Coney Barrett, to step down from their posts.Some support8 reports
-
Alito's votes are observed to correlate with the wishes of Donald Trump.Some support1 report
-
The Supreme Court delivered a ruling on June 30th, with Chief Justice Roberts authoring the majority opinion. The opinion included Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, while Clarence Thomas and Neil Gorsuch led the dissent.Well supported10 reports6 developments inside
-
Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, and Amy Coney Barrett shared a view on August 6, 2026, expressing disdain for historical context in law.Some support1 report
-
Financial scrutiny focuses on Chief Justice Roberts, Clarence Thomas, and Amy Coney Barrett regarding luxury travel from billionaires, home sales, and company share holdings.Some support1 report
-
Clarence Thomas released his concurring opinion regarding the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling.Some support2 reports
-
Justice system failure impacts due process, with the situation involving Clarence Thomas and the consequences of Trump's actions on the country.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
Crow provided lavish gifts and loaned statues to Donald Trump for Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas.Some support2 reports
-
Crow Holdings made maximum contributions and provided undisclosed luxury payments and tuition payments in Georgia.Some support1 report
-
Neil Gorsuch's majority opinion opposed Ketanji Brown Jackson's dissent in a Supreme Court case, while his rationale contradicted previous views of Clarence Thomas.Some support1 report
-
Supreme Court justices issued opinions on executive actions challenged under the 14th Amendment.Some support3 reports
-
Trump's legal team is instructed while Thomas comments on SCOTUS, and Graham discusses legislation with Trump.Some support1 report
-
The Supreme Court reviewed Isabella County's foreclosure process, with Clarence Thomas raising doubts about its constitutionality and Samuel Alito defending the traditional rule.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
-
County actions prompted Supreme Court comment regarding the foreclosure process in Isabella County.Some support1 report
-
Majority opinion influenced legal standards regarding capital punishment.Some support1 report
-
Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito authored decisions rebuking lower courts on federal immigration law jurisdiction.Some support2 reports1 development inside
No events began in the chosen period. Widen it, or reset.
Around Clarence Thomas this week
News at the entities that move Clarence Thomas most-
supreme court StructuralSENE is facing legal challenges regarding quota reduction, with the High Court hearing cases about recruitment reservation in Karnataka, noting a breach of the Supreme Court cap.Moves Clarence Thomas
-
George W. Bush StructuralGeorge W. Bush began examining standards and accountability issues within the state of Texas.Moves Clarence Thomas
-
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez TransactionalTrump threatens to veto major legislation as Democrats seek to capitalize on backlash and decide on party leadership.Moves Clarence Thomas
-
Samuel Alito OperationalSamuel Alito's tenure is affected by party control, coinciding with Barack Obama's attempt to appoint Merrick Garland.Moves Clarence Thomas
-
Ketanji Brown Jackson OperationalThe Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump administration, while Justice Jackson voiced disagreement in dissent, and Justice Thomas commented on border requirements.Moves Clarence Thomas
-
Alabama StructuralAdam Wilson, who grew up in northern Blount County, Alabama, was noted as a strong supporter of Abraham Lincoln, concurrent with the capture of the 3rd Tennessee Cavalry.Moves Clarence Thomas
Connections
The 40 strongest of 164, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
John Roberts Operational
The two justices are colleagues on the Supreme Court, actively participating in the judicial process through majority opinions and formal dissents.
-
John Roberts Operational
The two justices engage in active judicial conflict, with Thomas frequently dissenting against Roberts' majority rulings on key legal issues.
-
supreme court Structural
Clarence Thomas serves as a Justice of the Supreme Court, actively participating in judicial proceedings, writing opinions, and casting votes.
-
Neil Gorsuch Operational
Thomas and Gorsuch actively co-act in the Supreme Court by joining dissents and sharing constitutional objections.
-
Donald Trump Operational
Justice Thomas actively engages with Donald Trump's executive orders and political arguments through judicial opinions, often dissenting or supporting his views.
-
Samuel Alito Operational
The two justices consistently coordinate on judicial rulings, forming a conservative bloc while also competing for political influence and status.
-
Ketanji Brown Jackson Operational
The two justices actively challenge and respond to each other's legal interpretations and dissents within the Supreme Court.
-
Brett Kavanaugh Operational
Supreme Court justices who frequently interact by joining opinions, dissenting, or differing on critical legal and political issues.
Show all 40 connections
-
George W. Bush Structural
Clarence Thomas was nominated and appointed to the Supreme Court by George W. Bush's administration.
-
FED Operational
Clarence Thomas's judicial actions, including dissents and rulings, directly influence the operational independence and institutional status of the FED.
-
Alabama Structural
Clarence Thomas's judicial role as a justice on the Supreme Court directly reviews and rules on legal matters originating in Alabama.
-
Liberty University Operational
Clarence Thomas's potential vote holds the power to influence or overturn rulings affecting Liberty University.
-
Amy Coney Barrett Operational
As peers on the high bench, they frequently collaborate on judicial opinions while also engaging in direct professional conflict through opposing rulings and dissents.
-
federal government Structural
Clarence Thomas serves as a member of the judicial branch of the federal government, applying the law through judicial review of matters like the Commerce Clause.
-
government Operational
Clarence Thomas actively participated in the government's decision-making process by issuing a formal dissent.
-
Isabella County Operational
Clarence Thomas reviewed the constitutionality of foreclosure actions taken by Isabella County.
-
Administrative Procedure Act Structural
Clarence Thomas's judicial actions are functionally dependent on the legal framework established by the Administrative Procedure Act.
-
George H. W. Bush Structural
George H. W. Bush appointed Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court.
-
Harlan Crow Transactional
Harlan Crow provided financial benefits and luxury gifts to Clarence Thomas.
-
New York Operational
Clarence Thomas is actively reviewing the constitutionality of regulations and property rights cases originating in New York.
-
house of representatives Structural
The individual's career path is functionally dependent on the institutional processes and political environment of the legislative body.
-
Jim Clyburn Transactional
Jim Clyburn provided advocacy and testimony supporting Clarence Thomas's confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1991.
-
senate Structural
Clarence Thomas's judicial status and career are formally dependent on the Senate's confirmation and political environment.
-
Hawaii Structural
Supreme Court justices ruled that Hawaii's concealed carry restrictions are unconstitutional.
-
Anita Hill Transactional
Anita Hill testified regarding alleged sexual harassment by Clarence Thomas during his judicial nomination process.
-
Alan Dershowitz Operational
Clarence Thomas actively influenced the court to reexamine a case involving Alan Dershowitz regarding free speech precedent.
-
Chinese Communist Party Structural
Clarence Thomas's judicial rulings create a functional pathway enabling CCP officials to gain access to various US benefits and systems.
-
Federalist Society Structural
Clarence Thomas is a member whose views are aligned with the Federalist Society's conservative goals and intellectual network.
-
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Transactional
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez initiated impeachment proceedings against Clarence Thomas in 2024 regarding undisclosed gifts.
-
Marshall Transactional
Clarence Thomas was nominated to replace Marshall.
-
Elena Kagan Operational
Kagan and Thomas engage in active ideological conflict, with Kagan frequently critiquing Thomas's legal methodologies and dissenting against his rulings.
-
House Operational
Clarence Thomas actively provided legal explanations regarding the 14th Amendment to members of the House.
-
Paoletta Transactional
Paoletta helped guide Clarence Thomas during his nomination process.
-
CROW Operational
Crow provided lavish gifts to Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas, influencing his professional conduct.
-
Crow Holdings Transactional
Clarence Thomas received undisclosed luxury travel and property payments from Crow Holdings.
-
Monsanto Structural
Clarence Thomas's judicial opinions are cited as limiting the scope of federal regulation impacting Monsanto.
-
Roberts Operational
Clarence Thomas formally disagreed with the majority ruling that Roberts was involved in.
-
John Roberts Operational
The two justices actively participate in judicial rulings, sometimes coordinating in the majority and sometimes dissenting.
-
parliament Operational
Clarence Thomas argues that the powers claimed by the body of parliament exceed the authority granted by the commerce clause.
-
Democrats Operational
Democrats exert political pressure and influence over judicial appointments and retirement decisions.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
3 eventsOctober 2026
8 events- John Roberts and Clarence Thomas disagreed over the presumption of regularity in a recent judicial matter.
- Inmates in Florida, Minnesota, and New Jersey challenged prison policies, leading to dissents from Justices Alito and Thomas.
- The new event covers Amy Acton's political campaign, a Supreme Court decision, and Marco Rubio's comments while in Mumbai.
- Eastman and Clarence Thomas are facing bar complaints, with Eastman having previously served as Justice Thomas's clerk.
- Clarence Thomas and Bill Kristol discussed the dynamics of power within the Supreme Court.
- Anita Hill testified about harassment by Clarence Thomas, while Henry Kissinger advised on Nixon's diplomacy and AMA warned about drug toxicity.
- DART successfully shifted an asteroid's orbit, and Clarence Thomas was accused of sexual harassment in testimony.
- HarperCollins paid Clarence Thomas a $1.5 million advance in 2003.
September 2026
9 events- Students polled about working with Clarence Thomas at Stanford University.
- Clarence Thomas, Donald Trump, and others are linked to conservative political influence, handling cases on voting rights and architecture of the conservative supermajority.
- A law firm tied to conservative interests received over $29 million, raising concerns about money funneling into legal arguments.
- Clarence Thomas and Ketanji Brown Jackson voted in a majority on cases on September 20, 2026.
- Congress monitors election security efforts while judges dissent on the rejection of an executive order.
- A judge voted to protect Donald Trump's agenda, while Joe Scarborough criticized Trump's plot to destroy democracy.
- Justices Alito and Thomas participate in the Supreme Court review of ongoing election rule challenges related to mail ballots in North Carolina.
- Judges, including Clarence Thomas and Brett Kavanaugh, share conservative views on election law, reflecting political leanings in judicial appointments.
- A book published in 2007 detailed criticism of the National Rifle Association's institutional role and influence, involving the Supreme Court and Clarence Thomas.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
11 events- Clarence Thomas was raised in Pin Point, Georgia.
- Kamala Harris, Kristen Welker, and others discussed the Supreme Court's size and judicial stances, with Clyburn pushing for Congressional action.
- Ted Cruz is campaigning in Iowa and promoting a biography of Justice Clarence Thomas, while discussing the potential 2028 presidential field.
- Justice Clarence Thomas is involved in the ongoing processes of the Supreme Court.
- Clarence Thomas faced scrutiny regarding his impartiality due to gifts, prompting warnings from critics.
- Justices Thomas and Gorsuch dissented against established press freedom standards, while Donald Trump joined critics challenging the rule, alongside a reference to Montgomery's civil rights history.
- Clarence Thomas cited Michael McConnell's work at Stanford as an example.
- Clarence Thomas and Brett Kavanaugh are currently influential figures in the processes of the Supreme Court.
- Calls have emerged for both Supreme Court justices, Clarence Thomas and Amy Coney Barrett, to step down from their posts.
- Alito's votes are observed to correlate with the wishes of Donald Trump.
- Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, and Amy Coney Barrett shared a view on August 6, 2026, expressing disdain for historical context in law.
July 2026
14 events- Supreme Court justices face scrutiny over financial disclosures and luxury travel, alongside testimony before Congress on budget funding.
- The Supreme Court is navigating judicial changes, including a retracted NPR story about Alito, Trump seeking favorable appointees, and James Ho emerging as a potential nominee.
- Clarence Thomas showed receptiveness to legal arguments presented by Donald Trump.
- Clarence Thomas serves as top counselor to President Trump, and his views contrast with Barack Obama's judicial philosophy.
- A bloc of judges influenced a 6-3 vote outcome involving Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, and Samuel Alito.
- Financial scrutiny focuses on Chief Justice Roberts, Clarence Thomas, and Amy Coney Barrett regarding luxury travel from billionaires, home sales, and company share holdings.
- Clarence Thomas released his concurring opinion regarding the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling.
- Crow provided lavish gifts and loaned statues to Donald Trump for Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas.
- Crow Holdings made maximum contributions and provided undisclosed luxury payments and tuition payments in Georgia.
- Neil Gorsuch's majority opinion opposed Ketanji Brown Jackson's dissent in a Supreme Court case, while his rationale contradicted previous views of Clarence Thomas.
- Supreme Court justices issued opinions on executive actions challenged under the 14th Amendment.
- Trump's legal team is instructed while Thomas comments on SCOTUS, and Graham discusses legislation with Trump.
- County actions prompted Supreme Court comment regarding the foreclosure process in Isabella County.
- Majority opinion influenced legal standards regarding capital punishment.
June 2026
15 events- Allegations of sexual misconduct regarding Clarence Thomas's nomination process involving Anita Hill.
- Clarence Thomas is considering a challenge to a Cook County ordinance and commenting on potential review of bans before the Supreme Court.
- High court justices are currently serving, while Congress is actively limiting the confirmation of future nominees, impacting the judicial landscape.
- The status of Donald Trump, Amy Coney Barrett, and Clarence Thomas regarding their appointments and service on the Supreme Court was discussed.
- Executive order challenges constitutional interpretation involving Clarence Thomas and Donald Trump.
- Mike Pence discussed the Republican Party's ideological agenda, drawing parallels to Clarence Thomas's recent speech.
- Clarence Thomas and Ketanji Brown Jackson weighed in on constitutional law.
- Justices Thomas and Alito are often paired, and their potential retirement could impact the conservative bloc on the Supreme Court.
- The Supreme Court delivered a ruling against Donald Trump's order, with John Roberts writing the opinion, Clarence Thomas dissenting, and Brett Kavanaugh disagreeing.
- The Supreme Court is considering issues related to Donald Trump's administration, including a case involving Lau, with Clarence Thomas writing the opinion and Ketanji Brown Jackson dissenting.
- Congress's dysfunction is impacting the judicial appointments of Supreme Court justices including Brett Kavanaugh, Amy Coney Barrett, and Clarence Thomas.
- The Supreme Court delivered a ruling on June 30th, with Chief Justice Roberts authoring the majority opinion. The opinion included Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, while Clarence Thomas and Neil Gorsuch led the dissent.
- Justice system failure impacts due process, with the situation involving Clarence Thomas and the consequences of Trump's actions on the country.
- The Supreme Court reviewed Isabella County's foreclosure process, with Clarence Thomas raising doubts about its constitutionality and Samuel Alito defending the traditional rule.
- Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito authored decisions rebuking lower courts on federal immigration law jurisdiction.