SC Justice Clarence Thomas hospitalized with flu-like symptoms

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Clarence Thomas has been hospitalized, the court said in a statement Sunday.

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Thomas, 73, admitted to Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington

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Part of the Johns Hopkins health system, on Friday night

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Investigations revealed he had an infection, he is being administered intravenous antibiotics.

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Thomas' symptoms are receding, and he is likely to be released in the next few days.

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The court is operating with a 6-3 conservative majority

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Court work is being disrupted by Thomas' absence

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The health and well-being of members of the Supreme Court is always closely watched

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Especially for those judges whose judicial philosophy is controlled by the White House.

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Thomas is one of the most conservative members of the Supreme Court

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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson will call on the president for court vacancy

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