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Royalties. Teaching gigs. A concert in Puerto Rico. Financial forms offer view inside Supreme Court
By Eric Tucker, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor was gifted concert tickets in Puerto Rico last year as members of the high court continued to accept paid teaching gigs and receive royalties for books they have written, according to financial disclosure forms released Monday that provide insight into how th...
Key takeaway 81 million in book advances, and Justice Amy Coney Barrett reported more than $849,000 in royalties.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The financial disclosure forms of Supreme Court justices have revealed a glimpse into their activities outside of the court, including paid teaching gigs and book royalties. For Sugar Land residents, the fact that Justice Brett Kavanaugh delivered a speech at McLennan Community College in Waco, Texas, may be of particular interest. This connection to the Lone Star State highlights the justices' engagement with local institutions and communities. The disclosure forms also show that several justices have taken advantage of lucrative book deals and teaching assignments, sparking scrutiny of their ethical practices. As the city of Sugar Land continues to grow and evolve, its residents may be interested in the intersection of national politics and local events, such as the speech delivered by Kavanaugh in Waco. The transparency provided by these financial disclosure forms allows citizens to better understand the activities of the nation's highest court and its members.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor was gifted concert tickets in Puerto Rico last year as members of the high court continued to accept paid teaching gigs and receive royalties for books they have written, according to financial disclosure forms released Monday that provide insight into how th...
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