Justice Clarence Thomas hiring Crystal Clanton as a law clerk

SOURCE dnyuz.com
Justice Clarence Thomas has hired Crystal Clanton, who was accused of sending racist text messages, as a law clerk. Critics see favoritism, while defenders view it as supporting a young conservative. Thomas' decision is controversial but not barred by the Supreme Court's ethics code.

Key Points

  • Justice Thomas hired Crystal Clanton, who was accused of sending racist text messages, as a law clerk
  • Critics see favoritism, defenders view it as supporting a young conservative
  • The hiring is controversial but not prohibited by the Supreme Court's ethics code

Pros

  • Supporting a young conservative who faced adversity
  • Reflects Justice Thomas' preference for clerks from modest backgrounds

Cons

  • Critics see it as favoritism or nepotism
  • Controversy surrounding Clanton's past racist text messages