U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was absent from the bench with no reason given. Chief Justice John Roberts noted his absence but did not provide an explanation. Thomas, part of the conservative majority, will participate in cases using written legal briefs and transcripts. Thomas had previously missed arguments in March due to illness.
Key Points
Justice Clarence Thomas was absent from the U.S. Supreme Court bench with no reason given
Chief Justice John Roberts noted his absence at the beginning of arguments
Thomas, part of the conservative majority, will participate in cases using written legal briefs and transcripts
Thomas had previously missed arguments in March due to illness