Justice Clarence Thomas to Become Second-Longest Serving Supreme Court Justice
Justice Clarence Thomas is set to become the second-longest-serving justice in the history of the U.S. Supreme Court. Appointed in 1991 by President George H.W. Bush, Thomas has been a prominent figure on the court, known for his originalist views and frequent solo dissents. Over the years, his conservative perspectives have gained influence as the court has shifted to the right. Thomas authored the majority opinion in the 2022 case New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, which recognized a constitutional right to carry firearms in public. Despite speculation about his retirement, Thomas has shown no intention of stepping down. 
