Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson advocates for an "enforceable code" of ethics for the Supreme Court.
During the interview, the SCOTUS justice expressed concern about the Trump immunity ruling.
Ketanji Brown Jackson, Supreme Court Justice, stated in her first interview that she would back an "enforceable" code of ethics for Supreme Court justices.
As a judge, I adhere to ethical obligations regardless of the rules. In my opinion, it is crucial to do so. Impartiality is the essence of the rules. As such, people have a right to know if I am accepting gifts, so they can determine if my opinions are impartial. Jackson made this statement to CBS News' Norah O'Donnell.
In November, the Supreme Court released a new "Code of Conduct" after facing increased scrutiny from Democrats advocating for new ethics laws. Justice Clarence Thomas faced criticism for not disclosing gifts from Republican donor Harlan Crow, while Justice Samuel Alito was criticized for flying an upside-down American flag at his Virginia home following the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
When questioned about her response to the reporting regarding Justice Thomas, she stated, "I won't provide commentary on other justices' interpretations of the rules or their actions."
"Jackson informed O'Donnell that judges typically adhere to a code of ethics. The question then arises, "Is the Supreme Court an exception?" Jackson has not found any compelling evidence to suggest that the court is different from other courts in this regard."
O'Donnell asked Jackson if she would support an enforcement mechanism for the court.
"I am considering supporting it as a general matter, but I won't comment on specific policy proposals. From my perspective, I don't have any issues with an enforceable code."
According to a financial disclosure, Beyoncé gifted Jackson four concert tickets worth $3,700.
The justice appointed by Biden revealed a $900,000 advance for her upcoming memoir "Lovely One," which will be released in September, as well as two pieces of artwork worth $12,500 in her chambers.
In July, the court made a decision regarding Trump's immunity, and Jackson voiced his opinion on the matter.
She expressed concern about a system that granted immunity to one person under specific conditions, while our criminal justice system typically treats everyone equally.
In 2022, President Biden nominated Jackson to the Supreme Court, and he wrote a dissenting opinion in the court's ruling on the immunity of former presidents from prosecution for official and unofficial acts.
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