Democrats Propose Code Of Ethics For U.S. Supreme Court

The video discusses the 21st Century Courts Act, a proposed bill aimed at establishing a code of ethics for the Supreme Court. Key elements include guidelines for Justice recusal, mandatory explanations for recusals, and the introduction of cameras in the court. The bill also addresses financial conflicts of interest and personal hospitality rules. Current recusal practices are highlighted, with examples from Justices Breyer and Kavanaugh. The bill is partly a response to controversies involving Justice Clarence Thomas, particularly regarding his wife's political activities and the January 6 insurrection. Public opinion reflects a crisis of legitimacy for the court.

What is one of the main objectives of the 21st Century Courts Act?

• To increase the number of Supreme Court justices

• To establish a code of ethics for the Supreme Court

• To abolish the Supreme Court

• To reduce the power of the Supreme Court

What does the bill propose regarding the presence of cameras in the Supreme Court?

• To allow justices to decide on camera presence

• To require cameras to be present in the Supreme Court

• To allow cameras only during specific cases

• To ban cameras from the Supreme Court

How is the current Supreme Court recusal process described?

• It is left to the discretion of the justices

• It is determined by public opinion

• It is decided by the President

• It is strictly regulated by external bodies

Why did Justice Kavanaugh recuse himself from the Johnson & Johnson case?

• He was instructed by the Chief Justice

• He did not provide an explanation

• He was related to one of the parties involved

• He had a financial interest in the company

What percentage of respondents in a poll had an unfavorable view of Justice Clarence Thomas?

• 60%

• 50%

• 36%

• 25%