Pinkins sworn into U.S. Supreme Court Bar
June 18, 2025 – Ty Pinkins—a U.S. Army veteran, attorney, and public servant—was officially sworn into the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States on Wednesday. Pinkins also is an announced candidate from the Democratic party for the U.S. Senate seat in 2026 now held by U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.).
The Bar of the U.S. Supreme Court refers to the group of attorneys who are formally admitted to practice law before the United States Supreme Court.
Being a member means a lawyer is authorized to appear and argue cases before the Supreme Court.
Most cases before the Court are handled by experienced appellate attorneys or those working with legal advocacy groups or government entities.
To be admitted to the Supreme Court Bar, a lawyer must:
- Be in good standing with the highest court in their state for at least three years.
- Not have any disciplinary actions pending.
- Be sponsored by two current members of the Supreme Court Bar.
- Submit a formal application and fee (currently $200).
- Take an oath of admission, often during a ceremonial session in the Supreme Court courtroom.
Pinkins took note that his acceptance into the Supreme Court Bar came during the week of Juneteenth.
“To be sworn into the bar of the United States Supreme Court during Juneteenth is deeply personal,” said Pinkins. “This moment isn’t just about me-it’s about honoring those who came before me, who were denied access to justice, to education, to power. Today, I walk through the doors that many were never allowed to approach.”
Pinkins continues to use his platform to push for greater transparency, accountability, and justice in government. He has been a consistent voice for protecting Social Security and Medicaid, ending insider trading in Congress, and ensuring working people, not wealthy special interests, are at the center of America’s political future.
“This isn’t a finish line,” Pinkins said. “It’s fuel for the road ahead.”
