How Justice Thomas’s “nearly adopted daughter” became his law clerk

She left a conservative organization amid controversy.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story March 29, 2024 Justice Clarence Thomas gave Crystal Clanton, whom he refers to as his "nearly adopted daughter," a home and a job after she left a conservative youth organization amid controversy. Erin Schaff/The New York Times Then he picked her for one of the most coveted positions in the legal world. → Sign up for the On Politics newsletter. Your guide to the 2024 elections. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018