U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas returned to the bench after missing arguments with no explanation, sparking speculation among legal experts and the public.
Key Points
Clarence Thomas is the oldest and longest-serving member of the Supreme Court.
Thomas missed arguments in two cases with no explanation.
This absence comes after a previous hospitalization in March 2022.
The court did not provide a reason for Thomas' absence.
Pros
Justice Clarence Thomas resumed his duties on the Supreme Court bench.
Thomas is the longest-serving member of the court and part of its conservative majority.
Cons
No explanation was provided for Thomas' absence, leading to speculation.
Lack of transparency about the health condition of a Supreme Court justice can raise concerns.