Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been actively involved in swearing in several Trump administration Cabinet officials recently, alongside his wife Ginni, attracting notable attention from President Donald Trump. Thomas officiated private ceremonies for various officials, including Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Pam Bondi as the new Attorney General, and Scott Turner as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. These events have highlighted Thomas’ increased presence in the second Trump administration, especially as key legal battles from executive orders head to the justices.
President Trump has shown a preference for involving Thomas in these ceremonies, indicating a deep respect for the Justice. Thomas’ significant role in these events aligns with his history of leading the court’s rightward trajectory, notably in cases like the reversal of Roe v. Wade. Despite the lack of official information from the Supreme Court’s public office about these activities, Thomas’ involvement with multiple Cabinet officials stands out, as traditionally, these officials are usually sworn in by the vice president.
The close relationship between Thomas and Trump, as well as the involvement of Ginni Thomas in supporting Trump’s agenda, has been evident throughout these events. Thomas’ active role in these ceremonies, coupled with Trump’s admiration for him, showcases a unique dynamic between the executive and judicial branches, raising questions about the intersection of politics and the judiciary.
