Breaking Down the Supreme Court's Ethics Rules as Justices Come Under Fire

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

67% : The New York Times then reported that the Alitos had flown an "Appeal to Heaven" flag outside their New Jersey vacation home in 2023, another symbol associated with Jan. 6, support for Donald Trump, and religious conservatism.
56% : Critics argue that without external checks and balances, the potential for conflicts of interest and ethical lapses among the Justices remains a significant concern, highlighting the need for comprehensive reform to restore public confidence in the judiciary.
51% : Alito is facing scrutiny after The New York Times reported in May 2024 that he flew an inverted flag outside his house in Virginia following the 2020 election, a symbol associated with the "Stop the Steal" movement, which aimed to challenge the legitimacy of President Joe Biden's victory over Trump.
47% : Some legal scholars have also argued that Congress may have limited authority to impose disciplinary measures or enforce ethical standards on individual Justices, as this could potentially encroach upon the separation of powers between the legislative and judicial branches.
45% : Sotomayor's staff reportedly pressured public institutions to buy copies of her books during her speaking engagements, though the Supreme Court denied that attendees of events featuring Sotomayor were ever required to purchase her book.

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