Biden Backs Supreme Court Reforms: Term Limits and Ethics Code on the Table
July 17, 2024President Biden is considering endorsing proposals to reform the Supreme Court, including term limits for justices and enforcing an ethics code.
Biden supports overturning the immunity for presidents granted by the conservative Supreme Court.
He remains opposed to expanding the court to 13 justices.
If Democrats gain control of the House and Senate, these reforms could move forward next year.
Court reform advocates welcome Biden's support, citing the need for accountability and oversight for justices.
Term limits have been a popular idea among both Republicans and Democrats, with proposals for an 18-year term for new justices.
There are differing approaches on whether older justices would need to retire.
Ethics rules for the justices could be established by Congress, though enforcement may be challenging.
Biden has not specified which approach he will endorse.
The proposed reforms are seen as important steps towards ensuring a fair and accountable Supreme Court.
Biden's endorsement signals a potential shift in the functioning of the Supreme Court, though passage remains uncertain due to Senate Republican opposition.
This push for reform is part of Biden's efforts to appeal to his base and strengthen his campaign, requiring a bipartisan approach.
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The Guardian • Jul 16, 2024
Biden to reportedly push for supreme court term limits and new ethics codeBBC News • Jul 17, 2024
Biden considers major Supreme Court reform: reportYahoo News • Jul 16, 2024
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