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Justice Clarence Thomas hospitalized with flu-like symptoms, Supreme Court says

He was diagnosed with an infection after being hospitalized Friday night

March 20, 2022 7:27pm

Updated: March 21, 2022 1:00pm

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been in a Washington, D.C., hospital since Friday with flu-like symptoms, according to an announcement from the court. 

"He underwent tests, was diagnosed with an infection, and is being treated with intravenous antibiotics. His symptoms are abating, he is resting comfortably, and he expects to be released from the hospital in a day or two," the press release stated.

"Justice Thomas will participate in the consideration and discussion of any cases for which he is not present on the basis of the briefs, transcripts, and audio of the oral arguments," according to the court.