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John Oliver's $1 Million Offer to Clarence Thomas Sparks Controversy

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Comedian John Oliver offers Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas $1 million per year to resign, accompanied by a luxury motor coach. Find out the reactions and implications of this bold proposal!

In a bold move that has sparked controversy, comedian John Oliver has offered Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas $1 million per year to resign from his position. The offer, made on the season premiere of 'Last Week Tonight,' also includes a lavish $2.4 million motor coach, enticing Thomas to leave the bench. Oliver's generous yet provocative proposal comes at a time when Thomas is facing scrutiny over undisclosed donations, adding fuel to the fire.

The unusual offer has garnered attention nationwide, with many questioning the integrity and implications of such a proposition from a TV host to a sitting justice. The comedic twist to a serious matter injects humor into the otherwise tense political landscape. Whether Thomas will entertain Oliver's offer remains to be seen, but the spectacle has certainly captured the public's interest.

In a surprising turn of events, HBO has announced a shift in their policy, delaying the release of 'Last Week Tonight' segments on YouTube. This decision marks a significant change in how fans access the popular show's content online. John Oliver's impact extends beyond comedy, influencing digital distribution practices in the entertainment industry.

As the debate continues, John Oliver's offer to Clarence Thomas raises questions about the intersection of entertainment, politics, and accountability. The line between satire and activism blurs as the comedian takes a stand in a unique and unconventional way, challenging traditional power dynamics.

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John Oliver offers to pay Clarence Thomas $1m a year if he resigns ... (The Guardian)

Late-night host gives justice, under fire over undisclosed donations, 30 days to accept offer, which includes a tour bus.

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John Oliver to Clarence Thomas: Drive Away from SCOTUS in a ... (Rolling Stone)

John Oliver to Clarence Thomas: Drive Away from SCOTUS in a New, $2.4 Million Motorcoach! Last Week Tonight host offers the far-right Supreme Court justice $1 ...

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John Oliver Offers Clarence Thomas $1M Annually to Retire From ... (Hollywood Reporter)

John Oliver offered Clarence Thomas $1 million a year to leave the Supreme Court on Sunday's Last Week Tonight season 11 premiere.

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HBO Delays Last Week Tonight With John Oliver Clips Posted on ... (Variety)

HBO is no longer giving away free next-day looks to 'Last Week Tonight With John Oliver' on YouTube.

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HBO Delays 'Last Week Tonight' Main Story Release On YouTube ... (Deadline)

Following Last Week Tonight's Season 11 premiere last night, John Oliver informed his fans of a policy change that marks the end of an online era.

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John Oliver offers Clarence Thomas $1 million per year to leave the ... (Boston Herald)

Comedian John Oliver is offering Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas $1 million a year and a $2.4 million luxury motor coach.

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John Oliver offering Clarence Thomas $1M a year to resign from ... (The Hill)

Comedian and “Last Week Tonight” host John Oliver is urging Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to resign, offering him $1 million per year to do so.

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John Oliver offers Clarence Thomas $1 million per year if he resigns ... (USA TODAY)

John Oliver mocked Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas on his show, offering him $1 million a year and a luxury vehicle if he resigns from his post.

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John Oliver wants to give Clarence Thomas $1 million a year to resign (Business Insider)

A million dollars a year until you or I die." Besides offering Thomas money, Oliver said he would also throw in a $2.4 million motor coach. The offer, he said, ...

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HBO Delaying 'Last Week Tonight' Segments on YouTube (Hollywood Reporter)

Per both HBO and Oliver, the premium cable outlet is now holding back segments from the show for a few days after episodes premiere. That's a change from past ...

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John Oliver offers Justice Thomas millions to 'get the f--- off the ... (Fox News)

John Oliver offered Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas $1 million to leave the court on the season premiere of his HBO show "Last Week Tonight" Sunday.

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'Last Week Tonight with John Oliver' no longer hitting YouTube the ... (NBC News)

HBO is delaying the upload of clips of "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" to YouTube in hopes of encouraging viewers to sign up for subscriptions to its ...

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John Oliver Dings HBO for Delaying New 'Last Week Tonight ... (Yahoo Entertainment)

The network will now post clips on Thursdays instead of Mondays to encourage fans to tune in live on Max instead The post John Oliver Dings HBO for Delaying ...

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John Oliver Tries To Tempt Clarence Thomas Into Retirement ... (Above the Law)

A cottage industry has developed just for talking about Clarence Thomas and all the ethical messes he's made. Just think of all the scandals we learned ...

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John Oliver offers Clarence Thomas $1M a year to quit Supreme ... (syracuse.com)

John Oliver kicked off a new season of “Last Week Tonight” Sunday with a wild offer to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. The HBO host said he'd pay Thomas ...

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HBO makes it harder to watch John Oliver for free — part of a strategy (INSIDER)

Every Monday night, Jon Stewart hosts "The Daily Show" on cable TV. And if you miss it, you can watch it the next morning, for free, on YouTube.

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Did John Oliver Break Law Offering Clarence Thomas $1M to Retire? (Newsweek)

According to legal experts, it's unlikely legal action will be taken against John Oliver over his offer for Clarence Thomas to resign.

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Why 'Last Week Tonight with John Oliver' Is Delayed on YouTube (IndieWire)

HBO is delaying its "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" clips on YouTube until Thursdays. Here's why.

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