Ocasio-Cortez and Raskin Urge Congressional Action on Supreme Court Ethics
Democratic lawmakers demand Chief Justice Roberts address ethical violations involving Justices Thomas and Alito.
- Reps. Ocasio-Cortez and Raskin sent a letter to Chief Justice Roberts questioning the Supreme Court's ability to self-police.
- The letter highlights undisclosed gifts received by Justice Thomas and political biases exhibited by Justice Alito.
- Roberts has previously refused to meet with Congress regarding these ethical concerns.
- Democrats are calling for stricter oversight and potential recusal of justices in conflict of interest cases.
- Public trust in the Supreme Court has reached historic lows due to ongoing ethics scandals.