Michael Steele, ex-Chairman of the RNC, raised concerns about recent Supreme Court scandals and how the Justices seem to avoid accountability.
A photo of an upside-down US flag outside Justice Samuel Alito‘s home on January 17th, 2021, drew attention following the Capitol riot on January 6 by Trump supporters.
Alito faced criticism for not recusing himself from Trump’s immunity case. He claimed no involvement in the flag incident, attributing it to his wife.
Clarence Thomas also faced scrutiny due to his wife’s actions post-2020 election, but he defended his decisions amid controversy.
Michael Steele expressed frustration during an MSNBC broadcast, questioning why the Supreme Court seems immune to consequences. He highlighted Congress’s control over the Court’s finances.
Raskin, a Democrat, suggested actions to address the ethical issues within the Supreme Court, emphasizing the need for accountability.
Raskin suggested that the Justice Department could potentially overturn Trump’s immunity ruling. He argued for using constitutional clauses and laws to ensure impartiality in judicial decisions.
Thomas faced accusations of not disclosing certain flights, raising further concerns about ethical standards within the Supreme Court.