Tipping points are inflection points. The system is called into question. When that involves more than just political leanings, trouble abounds. Conflicting interests and special favors delegitimize the court system beyond partisan politicization.

The need for legislative change occurs when the wheels have come off the cart. The Supreme Court Ethics, Recusal and Transparency Act of 2023 sadly states these affairs.

This bill makes various changes related to the ethical standards, financial disclosure requirements, and recusal requirements that apply to Supreme Court Justices.

And what of the monetary, political and ethical standards of your spouse?