Thomas Accuses Justices of Law Stretching
The Supreme Court, in a 5-3 decision, granted death row inmate Richard Glossip a new trial, reversing the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals. The majority opinion, authored by Justice Sotomayor, cited the prosecution’s failure to disclose key evidence of the key witness’s mental illness and drug use. Justice Thomas, dissenting, sharply criticized the majority for “stretching the law at every turn” to prevent Glossip’s execution, arguing the Court disregarded established legal principles and the victim’s family’s wishes. The case is remanded for further proceedings consistent with the Court’s ruling.
John Q. Hosedrinker