Supreme Court Lawyer’s Tax-Evasion Trial Exposes Deep Failures in Accountability

In a case that underscores the urgent need for unwavering accountability among our nation’s elite, Thomas Goldstein, a once-celebrated Supreme Court advocate and SCOTUSblog co-founder, now faces a jury over serious tax-evasion charges. This trial is not just about one man’s alleged crimes; it highlights how even those closest to the heart of our judiciary are not immune to greed and deception when left unchecked. When High Stakes Poker Masks High Stakes Tax Cheats Thomas Goldstein's double life as an ultra-high-stakes poker player—winning tens of millions yet accruing massive debt—raises pressing questions about integrity at the highest levels. While American...