"Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's Visit Sparks Protests and Calls for Ethics Rules"

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"Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's Visit Sparks Protests and Calls for Ethics Rules"
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Conservative Justice Amy Coney Barrett expressed support for a code of conduct for the Supreme Court, stating that it would be a "good idea" and that the justices already hold themselves to the highest ethical standards. The court has faced scrutiny over alleged ethics lapses, prompting calls for a new ethics code. Other justices, including Elena Kagan and Brett Kavanaugh, have also expressed support for such a code. The court has yet to adopt a code, but Chief Justice John Roberts has indicated that they are exploring ways to reflect their commitment to ethical standards.

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