On Wednesday, President Biden announced plans to call for Supreme Court reform as part of his agenda for his final six months in office.

Speaking from the Oval Office, Biden explained his decision not to seek reelection and outlined his priorities, including lowering costs, boosting the economy, combating extremism, addressing the climate crisis, and working for peace and the release of hostages in Gaza.

He emphasized the need for Supreme Court reform, noting it as crucial for democracy. Biden is reportedly considering proposals for term limits for justices and an enforceable ethics code.

This marks a shift from his previous reluctance to support such reforms, driven by concerns over politicizing the court, The Hill has reported.

The Supreme Court, with its current 6-3 conservative majority, has made several controversial decisions recently, including overturning Roe v. Wade and granting broad immunity to former President Trump, while also facing scrutiny over Justice Clarence Thomas’s acceptance of lavish gifts from a conservative donor.

Written by B.C. Begley