Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history
Summary
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has become the second longest-serving justice in U.S. history. He has served over 34 years since being nominated by President George H.W. Bush in 1991 and has played a leading role in major conservative rulings.Key Facts
- Clarence Thomas was confirmed to the Supreme Court in 1991.
- He is now the second longest-serving justice after William O. Douglas.
- Thomas was nominated by Republican President George H.W. Bush.
- He is a leading figure in the conservative legal movement.
- His rulings have influenced abortion, voting rights, and gun rights laws.
- Thomas is the most senior member of the court’s conservative supermajority.
- He has a large group of former clerks working across the federal legal system.
- Thomas is 77 years old and remains active on the court.
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