Sen. Whitehouse and Lawrence Slam Clarence Thomas for Refusing to Recuse in the Trump Immunity Case
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- February 29 | Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) joins The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell to discuss Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and his refusal to recuse from January 6th related cases, saying Thomas has “refused to disclose what he knew and when he knew it about his wife’s insurrection activities and that has tainted a number of Supreme Court cases already.”
If Clarence Thomas does not recuse himself as he should by law then he must be impeached and removed.
Vote Democrat and maybe he will.
YES‼️😑🧐
Who’s gonna do it! Vote blue everyone
🤣Don't hold your breath.
In all honesty that will never happen.
Clarence Thomas is so rotten to the core.
Very much so
You think he has a core?
Satanism Thomas
If Thomas doesn’t recuse, he should automatically be impeached & removed from the SCOTUS & have ALL of his dirty laundry aired in public!
The SCOTUS needs to be expanded regardless … it’s a blight on the United States!
The SCOTUS could only rule in two ways: A- full immunity, or B- no immunity, neither of which would be a good thing. So they came up with partial immunity. And, let s face it. If Thomas was a democrat you wouldn't be complaining.
@@JohnWarner-lu8rq I beg to differ; if Thomas was a Democrat & his behavior was the equivalent of what it has been for his entire tenure on the SC - i.e., deciding matters of law as if he was a political operative instead of an apolitical jurist, ruling w a blatant disregard for the facts of cases as they pertain to the law, refusing to recuse himself from cases in which his conflict(s) of interest weren’t just questionable but in some instances provable/well-known, in addition to the recent revelations of his public corruption, which somewhat border on bribery(!) - I’d be more than complaining, I’d be harassing my Senators & Rep. (MA), to get him off of the SC asap. Tbh, I was bullshit that Sotomayor was using her office as a means to boost her book sales, & that pales in comparison to everything that Thomas has been doing! Behavior like that doesn’t just reflect poorly on the individual, it taints the Party, & everyone in it, via “guilty by association”. So no, I wouldn’t tolerate it if he was a Democrat.
& I’d feel the same if the shoe was on the other foot, & 1 of my Senators or my Rep. wasn’t conducting him/herself w moral/ethical integrity & respect for the constituents & the office(s) they’ve been given the privilege of representing & holding, respectively. I would hope that you’d endeavor to hold officials/officeholders - especially unelected officials, like judges(!) - to the same lofty standards you’d expect from someone to whom you’ve given immense authority & power to wield on your behalf. If you don’t, you’re doing yourself a huge disservice & should definitely do a self reassessment of what your personal, familial, financial, economic priorities/needs are & whether or not your reps are addressing them, either in their committee assignments, in their legislative proposals/submissions, or w their votes.
@@JohnWarner-lu8rq Actually, some of us would. That's the problem with Republicans, you believe everyone thinks the way you do. I don't want Thomas on this case and nor would I want a judge who had accepted a free $470,000 luxury RV from Dem donors to preside over one of Trump's cases. Why? Because it just wouldn't be right. I'm certain he's committed crimes which he should be held to account for but I don't want to witness an unfair trial. Having Thomas on this one is totally unjust.
Let’s get a petition going😊
Just Shameful the Supreme Court! ⚖️⚖️⚖️
WTF?!?!? The rest of the Supreme Court Justices should be forcing Thomas to recuse! This makes all of them look just as bad as Thomas himself!!!! They are pathetic!
No, you are pathetic.
SCOTUS Roberts and Alito are just as corrupt!
Look just as bad?
The Trump appointees to the Supreme Court support Thomas's criminality. I have heard them speak at some of the "venues" that provide them luxurious accommodations and fees for speaking to alt-right Christian fascist organizations and supporting their agenda. They think it is OK to accept the bribes and destroy the laws of the country if it benefits them financially.
Thomas AND the three justices trump sat should have to recuse themselves!
We the people will never ever forget what Clarence Thomas and Gini Thomas have done and continue to do, and we will eventually get justice for America.
There needs to be an overseer for the SCOTUS. No one and no group should be allowed to function without accountability.
There’s more than those two who need removed from the court
He's dirty and should be removed!
Dream on. It is rotten to the core.
Nah, nothing will ever happen. They’ll just fade out and make way for the next corrupt justice. Enjoy your failing system.
If it is the law, then the justice department should immediately file charges against Thomas.
We are here because laws are not enforced. We cannot survive as a country without law enforcement.
Thomas needs to be criminally charged for taking bribes from Crowe, trying to cover it up by failing to disclose, and tax evasion for failing to report these "gifts" on his taxes.
So true and I don't know why this corruption is not being investigated by a bipartisan committee. there is too much evidence against him not to pursue charges. the fact he doesn't recuse himself shows he doesn't give a damn about appearances.
Maybe it is on Jack Smith's "To Do List."
Mr. Smith is amazing!
@@SledDog5678Let's hope so!
If Fani has too step SO DOES CLARENCE
@@shellimendoza7332😅😅 you’re delusional
SCOTUS should have turned the immunity claim back to the lower court and let his trial begin right away.
If they had an ounce of integrity
Absolutely.
@@steven.h0629 No they shouldn't have, it's a constitutional issue. I don't think they will vote in his favor but the purpose of SCOTUS is for these very issues, just because you don't like that they are hearing it doesn't mean they shouldn't hear it.
There not going to do that because they are being paid off to postpone trump immunity trial .we need Smith to get them to hear the trial now. I don't know what or who would have to do that but it needs to go in front of other cases vote blue because the supreme Court is in the pockets of the Republicans also Americans need to stand up to these people are criminals vote 💙💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙
I am outraged about justice Thomas not recusing himself...
We were warned about Clarence Thomas before he was placed on the Supreme Court.
Just like Trump.
Justice Robert’s must be a very weak leader ! Throw Uncle Clarence in jail!🇺🇸
Injustice Robert is pretty happy with the situation.
Makes me wonder if Roberts has the same thing going on and is worried he will also be investigated.
@johndresch6438 you have just made the understatement of the year about the Chief Justice. A jellyfish has more spine than Roberts. And his own wife gets a nice little income from influence peddling, though they call it something more fancy.
@@michelez715Amen!
Absolutely.
Scotus has lost all respect by pretending clarence and ginni have not been exposed for their involvement with trump.
We saw some of her texts? Did they forget all the people involved lost their phones? The texts were there for all to see? #ClarencekeepingGinnysafe?
You’re a mo ron.
I remember before the insurrection, a news clip where the Ginny was walking on the halls of Congress with Mark Meadows and a slew of men walking behind her laughing and joking! And I wondered that day, what is the wife of a Supreme Court Justice doing in the hall of Congress!
@@jetta2134 Insurrection? Ha ha ha ha..... how many have been charged with that? And there's a good chance that about 350 of the political prisoners well have their sentences vacated or penalties reduced.
There are also number of judges that also should be looked at for lying under oath during confirmation hearings…
I am so sad as well as angry watching our country go down the drain. Where did justice and the rule of law go?? Those who commit the highest crimes in the land are free while those who stole a pack of cigarettes are jailed. This is outrageous!!!
If Jack Smith has evidence of Ginni's involvement, he should charge her and force Clarence's hand!
He has no authority to. He is not some kind of Super Hero. And as we see both his cases are going down the drain.
@@amercanmade2685Unfortunately, that is true but mostly due to his own Incompetence and Negligence.
@@SnowTiger45So is the Fani case and both NY cases are heading to appeals. SO the last 4 tears of Attacking Trump then the Lwafare that have been engaged in for the last what 2 years is all backfiring on them. So now we have the elections. As for the Stormy Danles I doubt there is one American that has not heard and dismissed this.
Thomas could be a witness to his wifes crimes and that may be why he won't recuse himself. He could be a witness too if DOJ would do their job and question them as they should have by now.,
Right the DOJ going after a Justice of the United States. Do you all not think the DOJ has been politicized and weaponized enough for one Administration ?
Impeach Thomas and hold his trial in the Senate.
1st problem. The house.
2nd problem. Half the senate (60 votes needed)
Any other ways you want to disobey the Constitution?
@@imperialmotoring3789
The ability to impeach justices is IN the Constitution, you knob!
Elections are important. Vote
Need Democratic majorities and/or enough Republicans in Congress who support the Constitution to accomplish it.
Can we the people impeach a Supreme Court Justice?
If the SC rules Trump has full Presidential immunity - what kind of cool stuff can Joe do with it?
Whitehouse is a refreshing breathe of clean air. Thank you sir!
WHY IS GENNI THOMAS NOT BEEN CHARGED WITH TREASON.
Marge and Bobo :->
She should be charged as a leader of the insurrection. They are tossing ignorant followers of Trump in jail every day, yet this woman still defends her actions, yet has not even been indicted.
Just doesn't make sense
Great Question
No case. Not guilty. Not even close.
Since Ginny Thommas was so much involved directly with the January 6th Insurrection, Justice Thomas should recuse himself. This question of Trumspter Immunity should NOT even be heard; the Appellate Ruling was thorough and convincing that Trumpster does NOT have Immunity for any of his criminal activity!
Its 30 years too late for Clarence Thomas to start acting honorably now.did you really expect him to.
I've made my feelings known about Thomas and his insurrectionist wife. And I want them both prosecuted. His wife for insurrection and Thomas for corruption.
And aiding and abetting😮😢
Will yo still call her insurrectionist even after the court rules in a 9 - 0 that what happened on Jan 6th was NOT an insurrection?
@@amercanmade2685The fraudulent elector scheme was insurrection, so don’t even worry about it. Don and his minions tried to overturn our election. He belongs in prison for that.
@@amercanmade2685...where did you get that information?
@@josephinepaulino9473 In 4th grade Look it up yourself. www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/educational-resources/about-educational-outreach/activity-resources/about
Is a good place for the correct information.
constitution.congress.gov/browse/essay/artIII-S1-8-3/ALDE_00013559/
The constitution Is the ruling document of America. It sets pout the authority of each one of the 3 branches of Goverment and the Judaical branch is one that's set in the Constitutions. And while the Congress has authority to change the size of the court remember anything the Senate does takes 60 Votes The filibuster is a real tool and both Parties use to to Prevent legislation. It is the onlyreal power the minporty party has in the Senate and nether party will change it
And they wonder why people don't have any faith in the Supreme Court anymore. Thomas recues yourself
The three justices tRUMP sat should have to recuse themselves as well! Talk about a conflict of interest! #MostCorruptSCOTUS #TermLimits
This needs to be said by every media organization. The Supreme Court has to be shut down now.
If justice Thomas is breaking federal law by not recusing himself. Who has the power to act on it? How screwed up is this legal system?
Senator Whitehouse is a good man. Bless him.
Thank you, Senator Whitehouse. Keep holding their feet to the fire! I am proud to be from Rhode Island.
🌊🇺🇲🌊
Wish I had one of these brave Senators in my state. Although I send my Senators e-mails every day, here in AZ nobody seems to care if the Supreme Court is completely corrupt and think themselves above the law.
Thank you Senator😊😊
Good for you😊😊😊
How does inciting an insurrection constitute an official presidential act?
Senator Whitehouse Is
A Fair & Just Man ⚖️👨🏼⚖️
Roberts should be made to ANSWER THIS QUESTION NOW
Unfortunately, his response is "you and what army"
@@theparadoxicaltouristtrave9320 He really doesn't have an army, where as the citizens !!!!
Why, his wife was also involved in something unlawful with a non profit money maker thing!
We the People demand accountability scotus
Then We the People will support a Constitutional Amendment
Clarence Thomas HAS TO RECUSE HIMSELF!!!!! 😠😡🤬 ⚖️⚖️⚖️⚖️⚖️‼️‼️‼️
If a corporation is a person entitled to free speech, who knows what is next?
What truly amazes me is that a SCOTUS judge isn’t embarrassed by their obvious graft and pay to play court decision influencing!!
arrogance and emarrassment rarely exist in the same person But Alioto should protect hs Court from this illegal "best friend"
Come on. How long you lived in this country? Nothing happens to these people.
@@ge2623 I e lived in this country for soon to be 68 years, what’s your point.
I refuse to judge people I know nothing about personally to be corrupt until they have shown themselves to be corrupt!
As for those with money living like nothing can hurt them, that has to do with the votes you place!!
When’s the last time you voted to replace your party’s incumbent?
Or do you not vote?
@@kevinmcconnell3641 I've never voted. I refuse to participate in a corrupt system.
@@ge2623 it’s stupid people like you that perpetuate that which you rail against!
One can’t get rid of the corruption unless one participates in the process!
Article 2 of the u.s. constitution states that it is the U.S. president's duty to enforce the laws of the U.S.
That is the very 1st duty addressed in our Constitution with regard to our President.
No one is above our laws including any Supreme Court Justice!
Sadly, Biden has done none of those things.
Drumpft in your case, with all the crimes you committed, you shouldn't be talking about IMMUNITY, PERIOD!!
Thank you Senator Whitehouse✨🇺🇸✨💙✨
So if Thomas, by law, needs to recuse himself…and Garland promised us that if a law is broken he will go after that person no matter who they are….why is NOTHING being done about Thomas and all of his corruption
Garland disappeared, 'Oh Merrick!! WTF!!'
The three justices tRUMP sat should have to recuse themselves as well! Talk about a conflict of interest! #MostCorruptScotus #TermLimits
Garland is going to be responsible for the downfall of democracy, pretty sad.
People have lost faith in Roberts court
This is the kind of work America expects from Senators. Great job Whitehouse 👏
By that law at least 4 Supreme Court justices should recuse themselves, Thomas for obvious reasons and Kavanagh, Gorsuch, and Barrett as they were all appointed by Donald Trump.
For THIS precise reason!!! Wake Up Peeps!!!
HELL YES! It's unconscionable that the three justices he sat and the corrupt Thomas aren't recusing themselves! THIS is the exact reason that it is SO important to vote! #MostCorruptScotus #TermLimits
Absolutely!
And Thomas for not supporting ethics and Alito for ethics violations and gifts
Can you show me the law that states that about Justices or even federal Judges?
A law without a written punishment is not a law.
Impeach Thomas. Enough is enough of this man and his wife. Thomas should have recused himself before today but he and his friend have an agenda. Donald Trump.
Justice Thomas should not even be in the high court , for those of us who saw the confirmation hearings when he was appointed !! Disgusting to say the very least !!!
Tomas needs to stand down.
The three justices tRUMP sat should have to recuse themselves as well. Talk about a conflict of interest! #MostCorruptScotus #TermLimits
VOTE BLUE to save American democracy 💙
America is not a democracy. Never has been.
If Thomas does not recuse himself, he should be impeached.
Clarence and Ginny! Clarence should recuse himself and Ginny should be further investigated.
Is there no means to force the Supreme Court to enforce the rules that they themselves came up with?
Thank you Senator Whitehouse. It is unfortunate that we do not have honorable justices on the SC
We need a way to eject crooked judges. Term limits would help.
Term limits, PLEASE!
If your talking abiut Federal judges and or Justices then the Constitution sets the rules regulations for them. Any change would need to be done in a Constitutional Amendment. What is sad is the number of Americans that have no clue what is in the Constitution. I wonder if Public Schools have stopped teaching about America since I left HS in 1972. I started learning about America in the 2nd grade.
The 4th Estate has been bullied so badly by Donnie's "anger politics" and alternative facts that they've never say "you lie" to his face. Sad tsk tsk.
It is about time that the deeds of Virginia Thomas & Clarence Thomas are being looked into.
Finally.
Impeach Clarence Thomas.
This was Mitch McConnell's idea of a replacement for Thurgood Marshall.,Their politics were,the antithesis of each other, but both were black men, so the "optics" stayed the same. Mitch McConnell has done more to corrupt tge Supreme Court tgan Harlan Crow, and that should be pondered by everyone. Mitch packed the Court so that Justice became a side show after politics were 1st applied in an unbeatable majority. That makes the decisions of this Court questionable rather than the Court of last resort FOR THE PEOPLE, AS IT WAS INTENDED TO BE.. With unchecked power comes corruption, and Mitch McConnell and tge Federalist society didn't care as long as they clinched their alt right, political unbreakable advantage. Mitch has done more damage so far than Jordan and Comer, but give them time. Putin has almost completed his takeover of the Republican party.
Thanks for some good discussion. It's possible there's so much ignorance about this issue it's important to clarify how the Constitution works here.
Thank you both for this interview!
Thank you! No one is above the Law!!
Thank you, Lawrence, hopefully we won't need to be outraged.
We all watched over 40 years of how we have devolved. It's stark, it's disturbing, are we fixable now? Or are we too late?
Real power behind Clarence Thomas is his wife, Virginia Thomas. She is inflamed by her own ambitions for extreme right-wing agenda. She is a lawyer in her own right and has been tireless in her power politics since early age. She is thoroughly familiar with Washington DC right wing machination, a bona fide insider. She is also an insurrectionist. Her numerous agitations behind the scene need to be called out.
That reads like her Wiki page 👍😎✊
Why is there not a thing that we could do to force these justices to recuse themselves as in this case.
Thank you, Lawrence!
I am furious. That the Supreme Court even going to hear this case 😒....😡😡
Just goes to show who wears the pants in the Clarence Thomas household.
SCOTUS needs to be expanded to at least 13 justices... 15 would be better!
Why isn’t she held accountable for her part in the insurrection?
This is an Emmett Till justice.
Where the privilege is granted above the laws justice in America.
Thank you Lawerance✨🇺🇸✨💙✨
We need a constitutional convention to create amendments on several issues of our times.
Clean it all up. Thank you for the hope of justice.
I'VE ALWAYS SAID: THE THOMASES, HAVE MONEY RIDING ON THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Why are we not insisting on the impeachment of Honorable Thomas?
The supreme court decisions will lose all credibility.
Judge Thomas thinks because his job is supposed to be for life he can do whatever he wants. There should be consequences for him and his wife. Why isn’t he being impeached?
Chump went to the boarder and made it all about himself. Of course he did
They need to get rid of Clarence Thomas
Thanks for saying this all out loud. I’m infuriated
It’s been a long time that an investigation has been requested, WTH is Garland doing? Keep the pressure on Thomas , the corrupted judge needs to recuse !
Stack the court.
Straight forward and straight talk will definitely win my admiration. The ethics of SCOTUS was questionable, but now there is no doubt. Thanks Sen Whitehouse.
Clarence should have been impeached ages ago..
How can a judge not be held accountable?
Thanks for commenting on this issue
He needs to do this. Press a upon the others judges to do this. He needs to follow the law!!!!!! like anyone else!!
Our government needs to clean house of all the Republican judges who were appointed by Trump
Guilty is Guilty.
As a continuing viewer of Senator Sheldon Whitehouse 's excellent series of CZcams videos, "The Scheme" I urge every viewer here to watch these important videos.
Why life time appointments for these judges?
#Impeach The Court
#flush the turd💩🚽
How objective are your comments. Excellent.
So I guess the Federal Law is more like a “stop” sign to the Supreme Court, just a SUGGESTION!!!
A federal prosecutor needs to file suit against Clarense, misspelled on purpose.
Why did one of the justises ask Alito, if a President ordered his death, if it would be ok?
My outrage will NOT be forgotten but it may be added to!
What about the other 3 Justices that Trump appointed?
Yes you are so right
We are helpless.😮😮