Court Size Vote Fails Amid Election Politics | US News

Republicans narrowly failed to pass a constitutional amendment locking the Supreme Court at nine justices, falling short of the two-thirds vote needed — a politically charged move aimed at warning Democrats against “packing” the court ahead of November’s elections. Though the amendment didn’t change anything, it was a messaging gambit designed to energize GOP voters and force Democrats into defense over hot-button rulings on abortion and guns. Historically, both parties have used such symbolic bills to stir debate, with FDR’s 1937 “court-packing” plan being the most famous example — and it never passed. The vote was less about law and more about politics, as the Supreme Court’s recent decisions continue to fuel partisan battles. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/368a70b304d86be8