Justice Clarence Thomas
Mentioned in 26 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A U.S. Supreme Court Justice known for his originalist constitutional approach, particularly regarding historical analysis of firearms regulations and the Second Amendment. Podcasts frequently discuss his dissents in recent tariff cases where he argued for broader presidential delegated authority, as well as his controversial receipt of gifts from wealthy benefactors that have raised ethics questions. His distinctive jurisprudential approach and influential role on the Court make him a recurring subject across legal and political podcast commentary.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Bulwark Podcast · May 5, 2026
Melissa Murray: Reclaim the Constitution
“Gave speech at UT Austin with Harlan Crow present; compared progressives to Hitler and Mao without apology”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 1, 2026
Episode 5263/5264: Historial Morning SCOTUS Hearing Arguments On Birthright Citizenship; Trump Live In The Courtroom
“Asked questions about Dred Scott and state citizenship during oral arguments”
5-4 · Mar 10, 2026
Learning Resources Inc. v. Trump
“Dissented arguing taxing is not core legislative power; relied on British common law and natural law theory”
Political Gabfest · Feb 26, 2026
The State of the Union is Endless
“Dissented in tariff case, supporting broader presidential power in foreign affairs”
Advisory Opinions · Feb 24, 2026
What’s Next After Friday’s Tariff Decision?
“Joined Roberts majority opinion on tariff decision”
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Feb 23, 2026
Rick Wilson & Mallory McMorrow
“Supreme Court justice; sided with Trump on tariff authority in dissent”
Letters from an American · Feb 21, 2026
February 20, 2026
“Supreme Court justice who joined minority opposing the tariff ruling”
Divided Argument · Feb 21, 2026
Betty Boop or Shakespeare
“Dissented; proposed novel non-delegation doctrine limited to deprivations of life, liberty, and property”
#SistersInLaw · Feb 21, 2026
280: The Red Queen’s Revenge
“Dissented in tariff case with reasoning that appeared to defer to presidential authority without clear constitutional rationale”
Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Feb 21, 2026
Trump’s Tariffs Overturned
“Dissented, created new exception to non-delegation doctrine for 'powers of the crown' to justify tariff authority”
Advisory Opinions · Feb 21, 2026
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
“Wrote separate dissent arguing Congress may delegate tariff powers completely as importing is matter of privilege not deprivation”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Feb 20, 2026
A Woo Liu Boo Gu Tattoo!
“Supreme Court Justice who dissented from majority in tariff ruling alongside Alito and Kavanaugh”
Law and Chaos · Feb 20, 2026
Ep 206 — Who’s Afraid of the Fourth Amendment?
“Receives gifts including RVs, vacations, and expensive wine from wealthy benefactors; subject of ethics discussion on Supreme Court.”
Advisory Opinions · Feb 19, 2026
Justice Alito’s Next Moves
“Supreme Court justice considered unlikely to retire voluntarily; leads influential clerk network (Thomas Mafia)”
Verdict with Ted Cruz · Feb 14, 2026
Virginia is for Loving Liberal Policy, Tariffs on Trial at SCOTUS & Save America Act heads to the Senate Week In Review
“Supreme Court justice focused on historical tariff practice and original constitutional understanding”
The High Court Report · Feb 9, 2026
Oral Argument Re-Listen: Wolford v. Lopez | Must Gun Right Holders Receive Express Consent?
“Questioned whether 14th Amendment context affects analysis of post-Reconstruction laws and challenged consent-based limitations”
The Matt Walsh Show · Feb 3, 2026
Ep. 1728 - This Court Case Has Gotten Little Attention But Just Changed Everything
“Wrote Supreme Court opinion criticizing WPATH for basing guidance on insufficient evidence and political influence”
Divided Argument · Jan 22, 2026
Bok Choy
“Co-authored concurrence in Ellenberg questioning Calder v. Bull precedent and proposing originalist public/private wrongs test”
U.S. Supreme Court Oral Arguments · Jan 20, 2026
Wolford v. Lopez
“Asked questions about whether Black Codes should inform constitutional analysis and property owner exclusion rights”
Supreme Court Oral Arguments · Jan 20, 2026
[24-1046] Wolford v. Lopez
“Asked questions about historical traditions, Black Codes, and whether subsequent constitutional amendments affect historical analysis of firearms regulations”
Divided Argument · Jan 16, 2026
Lake Shrimp
“Joined majority in Bost v. Illinois on candidate standing in election cases”
Supreme Court Oral Arguments · Jan 14, 2026
[24-1021] Galette v. New Jersey Transit Corp.
“Supreme Court Justice; questioned both sides on precedent, particularly State Highway Commission of Wyoming v. Utah Construction Company.”
U.S. Supreme Court Oral Arguments · Jan 14, 2026
Galette v. New Jersey Transit Corp.
“Asked about precedent supporting corporate form immunity; referenced State Highway Commission of Wyoming case”
Strict Scrutiny · Jan 12, 2026
S7: Debunking Trump’s Bullsh*t Legal Arguments for Invading Venezuela
“Sole dissenter in Rahimi; likely to push for stricter Second Amendment originalism and trans restrictions”
The Oath and The Office · Nov 13, 2025
Trump Ends His Shutdown — What’s Behind Jackson’s Puzzling SNAP Call?
“Wants to overturn marriage equality precedent Obergefell v. Hodges”
Strict Scrutiny · Nov 3, 2025
S7: The Legal Battles Over Trump’s War on Blue Cities
“Calling for Bivens doctrine to be overruled, limiting damages remedies against federal officers”