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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was hospitalized Friday with “flu-like symptoms” but is expected to be released soon, the court said in a statement on Sunday.
Thomas, 73, was admitted to Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C., the court said. “He underwent tests, was diagnosed with an infection, and is being treated with intravenous antibiotics. His symptoms are abating, he is resting comfortably, and he expects to be released from the hospital in a day or two.” Clarence Thomas was admitted to the hospital two nights ago with flu-like symptoms, the court said in a press release. He expects to be released “in a day or two.”pic.twitter.com/kKeES7nHw2 — SCOTUSblog (@SCOTUSblog) 1647817927 A Supreme Court spokesperson told CNN Thomas’ illness “is not COVID related.”
“The Justice does not have COVID,” the spokesperson said.
Like the other eight justices, Thomas has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and also received booster shots.
While Thomas will miss some oral arguments, the court said he will participate in cases he cannot be physically present for through briefs, transcripts, and audio recordings. His temporary absence will not change the balance of the court.
News of Thomas’ hospitalization was greeted with well-wishes and prayers from conservatives.
“Join me in praying for a quick recovery for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas who was hospitalized on Friday with an infection,” wrote evangelical leader Franklin Graham on Twitter.
“Pray for Clarence Thomas. The single best Justice we could ever dream of. May the legend live to see his 200th birthday!” said Tennessee congressional candidate Robby Starbuck.Justice Thomas has earned a reputation as the most reliable conservative voice on the court, hated by the left as much as he is beloved by the right.He has served on the Supreme Court since 1991, when he was nominated by President George H. W. Bush. His confirmation hearings, led […]
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