Ginni Thomas' Emails Deepen Her Involvement In 2020 Election

The transcript discusses the implications of a leaked Supreme Court draft opinion on Roe v. Wade, the controversy surrounding Justice Clarence Thomas and his wife Jenny Thomas's involvement in the 2020 election, and the lack of a formal ethics code for the Supreme Court. It also covers the integrity and independence of the Court, potential reforms, and the political dynamics affecting the Court's operations.

What was the main issue involving Justice Clarence Thomas's wife, Jenny Thomas?

• She lobbied to overturn the 2020 election results.

• She was involved in a financial scandal.

• She leaked a Supreme Court draft opinion.

• She was appointed to a government position.

What was the nature of the draft opinion leaked from the Supreme Court?

• It was a final ruling.

• It was a draft indicating a potential overturn of Roe v. Wade.

• It was a proposal for a new law.

• It was a personal letter from a justice.

Why is there no formal code of ethics for the Supreme Court?

• The Supreme Court believes it is unnecessary.

• The President vetoed the proposal.

• Congress has not approved one.

• It is still under review by the Senate.

What federal statute is mentioned regarding recusal of judges or justices?

• 18 USC 1001

• 28 USC 455

• 15 USC 78u

• 42 USC 1983

What is one of the main concerns about the Supreme Court discussed in the transcript?

• The high salaries of justices.

• The long working hours of justices.

• The absence of a formal code of ethics.

• The lack of diversity among justices.

What was the reaction of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to the Roe v. Wade leak?

• He proposed new legislation to prevent leaks.

• He supported the leak.

• He stated that the Supreme Court's integrity is under attack.

• He called for an investigation into the leak.

What is one of the proposed reforms for the Supreme Court discussed in the transcript?

• Adopting a code of ethics.

• Increasing the number of justices.

• Eliminating lifetime appointments.

• Reducing the term length of justices.