Supreme Court NCAA Argument Brings Unusual Remote Levity

Supreme Court listeners were treated to a rare moment of humor between the justices during remote arguments over whether NCAA student athletes can receive compensation despite their amateur status.

Former Solicitor General Seth Waxman mistakenly referred to Justice Clarence Thomas as the chief justice while presenting the NCAA’s case.

Thomas thanked him for the promotion, noting that he thought he’d do a great job.

“There’s no opening,” Chief Justice John Roberts interjected.

Such interactions are common when the justices are sitting together in the courtroom.

There’s even a Twitter account that keeps tabs on which justices receive the most "[laughter]” ...