Senate Democrats consider subpoena for Harlan Crow over Clarence Thomas ties

Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden has threatened to subpoena conservative megadonor Harlan Crow over his relationship with Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, including luxury travel and private real estate deals. Wyden has begun discussions on next steps to compel answers from Crow, including a subpoena. Senate Judiciary Chairman Dick Durbin is also investigating the matter. Crow's attorney claims the committee does not have the authority to investigate the relationship between the two men. The investigation is part of a broader review of gift and estate tax practices of ultra-high net worth individuals.