John Oliver Offers Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas $1 Million Per Year and Luxury Bus to Resign

On the latest episode of HBO‘s renowned show, Last Week Tonight, host John Oliver made a bold and unprecedented proposal to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.

Oliver’s offer entailed a staggering $1 million annual payment and the provision of a luxury motor coach if Thomas agrees to resign from the Supreme Court.

The backdrop to this extraordinary proposition is the recent wave of media investigations shedding light on the improprieties involving Thomas and his acceptance of undisclosed gifts and donations.

ProPublica’s investigative work revealed how conservative judges are enjoying lavish lifestyle perks thanks to the generosity of ultra-rich patrons with vested interests in court cases.

Justice Thomas, a standout figure in this exposé, reportedly accepted numerous luxurious gifts, including exclusive vacations and private jet flights, without publicly disclosing them.

He is famously known for owning a lavish 40-foot motorcoach, obtained not from personal funds but through a loan from yet another affluent individual.

Oliver, with his characteristic humor, presented Thomas with an enticing deal – a lifelong payment of $1 million annually and a state-of-the-art $2.4 million tour bus if he agrees to step down from his esteemed position.

The offer includes a 30-day window for Thomas to decide on the proposal but also comes with a comedic warning about potentially having to resort to extended stand-up tours to fund the retirement package.

John Oliver’s satirical and cutting commentary on the integrity and conduct of Supreme Court justices like Thomas has sparked both amusement and contemplation among viewers.

Thomas, a pivotal figure in recent controversial rulings, has faced mounting scrutiny for his associations and actions, with Oliver’s latest gesture adding a whole new dimension to the ongoing discourse.