Rep. Olszewski Advocates for Supreme Court Term Limits to Restore Public Trust
Representative Johnny Olszewski has proposed a constitutional amendment to establish 18-year term limits for U.S. Supreme Court justices. This initiative, known as the Reform of Bench Eligibility (ROBE) Act, aims to address the growing public distrust in the Supreme Court, which currently operates with lifetime appointments. Olszewski argues that the current system leads to divisive confirmation battles and strategic retirements, which disconnect the court from the public it serves. The proposal comes amid ethical controversies involving several justices and a significant decline in public confidence, with less than half of Americans expressing trust in the court. The amendment seeks to ensure regular turnover, reduce political gamesmanship, and align the court more closely with democratic principles. 
