Explore

NRCC Accuses Congresswoman Emilia Sykes of Supporting Court Packing to Undermine Democracy

NRCC Accuses Congresswoman Emilia Sykes of Supporting Court Packing to Undermine Democracy

The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has accused Congresswoman Emilia Sykes and other House Democrats of seeking to 'pack the United States Supreme Court with liberal justices.' According to the NRCC, Sykes's vote against a constitutional amendment that would permanently preserve the Supreme Court at nine justices indicates her support for this action. NRCC Spokesman Zach Bannon stated that this vote makes it clear that if Sykes and 'radical House Democrats' gain power, they would use it to 'fundamentally transform America into an unrecognizable socialist hellscape.' The NRCC views this as an attempt to undermine democracy and advance a 'radical socialist agenda.'

Congressman Mark Harris Advocates for Constitutional Amendment to Maintain Nine Supreme Court Justices

Congressman Mark Harris Advocates for Constitutional Amendment to Maintain Nine Supreme Court Justices

Congressman Mark Harris (NC-08) delivered remarks on the House floor in support of H.J. Res. 1, a proposed constitutional amendment. This legislation aims to mandate that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices. According to Congressman Harris, this action is crucial for upholding the Court's legitimacy, protecting the system of checks and balances, and safeguarding the fundamental freedoms and rights of all Americans, irrespective of the political party in power. He highlighted a growing concern over calls to 'pack the Court' from those dissatisfied with its ideological balance, arguing that such efforts are not about ethical principles or individual rights but rather about consolidating power and intimidating the judiciary. Harris emphasized that the founders established an independent Supreme Court as a vital safeguard for liberty, and its role is to uphold the Constitution and protect freedom, even when it means standing against popular sentiment.

House Speaker Mike Johnson Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Cap Supreme Court at Nine Justices

House Speaker Mike Johnson Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Cap Supreme Court at Nine Justices

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., announced his intention to bring a constitutional amendment to the House floor that would permanently cap the number of Supreme Court justices at nine. This proposal is a direct response to recent calls from some Democratic lawmakers to expand the size of the Supreme Court. Speaker Johnson stated that the measure aims to prevent efforts to 'pack the U.S. Supreme Court,' a concept that has gained traction among certain Democrats. The announcement follows public comments from figures like former Vice President Kamala Harris and Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C., who have suggested expanding the court to 13 justices. Passing a constitutional amendment requires a two-thirds supermajority vote in both the House and Senate, followed by ratification from three-fourths of the states. Democratic leadership in the House has dismissed Johnson's proposal as a 'show vote,' with House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., indicating that constituents are more focused on economic con...

Democratic Leaders Criticize Rep. Golden for Voting with Republicans on Procedural Rule

Democratic Leaders Criticize Rep. Golden for Voting with Republicans on Procedural Rule

Democratic U.S. Representative Jared Golden of Maine is facing strong criticism from his own party's leadership after he voted with Republicans on a procedural rule that narrowly passed the House. This vote, which occurred on Tuesday, September 2, 2026, allowed several Republican-led bills to advance, including a measure condemning socialism and a bill concerning lobstering regulations that Golden co-sponsored. Golden and Representative Marie Glusenkamp Perez of Washington were the only Democrats to support the rule, which passed with a 210-208 vote. Democratic House Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Whip Katherine Clark, and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued a joint statement condemning Golden's action as a 'significant breach of trust' and have referred the matter to the Committee on Caucus Rules for a 'serious response.'

House Democratic Leadership Refers Two Members to Caucus Rules Committee for Procedural Vote Break

House Democratic Leadership Refers Two Members to Caucus Rules Committee for Procedural Vote Break

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), House Minority Whip Katherine Clark (D-Mass.), and House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar (D-Calif.) have referred Representatives Jared Golden (D-Maine) and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-Wash.) to the House Democratic Caucus’ Committee on Caucus Rules. This action follows Golden and Gluesenkamp Perez breaking ranks with their party by voting with Republicans on a procedural rule, H. Res. 1499, which advanced an anti-socialism resolution and several other GOP-backed measures. The rule passed 210-208, with the two Democratic votes being crucial for its passage, as five Republicans opposed it. Rep. Golden stated his vote was to advance the Northeast Lobstermen Protection Act, a bill critical to his district's lobster industry, which later passed the House 219-196. This legislation aims to extend a moratorium on certain regulations intended to protect the North Atlantic right whale until 2035, allowing for more data collection.

President Trump's Administration and Allies Pursue Limitations on Birthright Citizenship in U.S. Territories

President Trump's Administration and Allies Pursue Limitations on Birthright Citizenship in U.S. Territories

Following a Supreme Court reaffirmation of birthright citizenship in June, the Trump administration and its allies have initiated efforts to limit birthright citizenship in U.S. territories. Roger Severino of the Heritage Foundation suggested President Trump amend an Executive Order to apply to U.S. Territories, arguing they are not automatically bound by the 14th Amendment. Fox News host Laura Ingraham discussed this with Vice President JD Vance, who supported the idea. Subsequently, a member of the Congressional Freedom Caucus introduced the End Birthright Citizenship for Territories Act, which aims to deny citizenship to individuals born in U.S. territories from January 1, 2027, onward. President Trump then issued an Executive Order in August purporting to limit birthright citizenship in territories where citizenship is not conferred by federal statute. A report by Americans Advancing Freedom and the Edwin Meese III Institute further supported Congress's ability to limit U.S. citizenship for those born ...

Democrats are promising a big agenda. Their unity is already being tested

Democrats are promising a big agenda. Their unity is already being tested

Beginning on Day One, Democrats say they plan to “hold the crooks accountable.”

Congressman Harris Advocates for Constitutional Amendment to Maintain Nine Supreme Court Justices

Congressman Harris Advocates for Constitutional Amendment to Maintain Nine Supreme Court Justices

Congressman Mark Harris (NC-08) delivered remarks on the House floor in support of H.J. Res. 1, a legislative proposal to amend the U.S. Constitution to mandate that the Supreme Court be composed of nine justices. Congressman Harris emphasized that this action is crucial for upholding the Court's legitimacy, protecting the system of checks and balances, and safeguarding the fundamental freedoms of all Americans, irrespective of political power shifts. He expressed concern over the increasing calls to 'pack the Court,' which he views as an attempt to consolidate power and intimidate the judiciary rather than uphold ethical principles or protect individual rights. Harris asserted that the founders designed a system with an independent Supreme Court to serve as a critical safeguard for liberty, ensuring the Court's role is to uphold the Constitution and protect freedom, even when it means diverging from popular sentiment.

Democrats sink Republican bid to cap Supreme Court at nine justices

Democrats sink Republican bid to cap Supreme Court at nine justices

By Nate Raymond and Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Democrats in the U.S.

Supreme Court Faces Scrutiny Over Ethics and Political Influence Amidst Election Concerns

Supreme Court Faces Scrutiny Over Ethics and Political Influence Amidst Election Concerns

The Supreme Court is under increasing scrutiny regarding its ethical practices and perceived political leanings, particularly in the context of upcoming elections. Concerns have been raised about the majority's decisions, especially those issued via the 'shadow docket,' which are unsigned and unexplained, undermining transparency and accountability. Critics argue that these rulings often favor President Trump's agenda, including a recent temporary decision allowing his administration to proceed with actions related to mail balloting, which some view as an attempt to derail the election process. There are also significant ethical questions surrounding individual justices, such as Chief Justice John Roberts, whose wife's financial dealings as a legal recruiter for firms appearing before the high court have come under fire. Roberts reportedly amended his public disclosure after a whistleblower revealed details about his wife's commission deal and his equity in her subsequent employer, information previously o...

Congressman Jim Clyburn Advocates for Supreme Court Expansion After Admitting 'Mistake' in Clarence Thomas Endorsement

Congressman Jim Clyburn Advocates for Supreme Court Expansion After Admitting 'Mistake' in Clarence Thomas Endorsement

Congressman Jim Clyburn (D-SC) has publicly stated his support for expanding the Supreme Court from nine to thirteen justices. This announcement comes after Clyburn admitted on 'Meet the Press' that his 1991 endorsement of then-nominee Clarence Thomas for the Supreme Court was a 'mistake.' Clyburn, who served as a character witness for Thomas during his confirmation hearings, expressed that he 'had no idea that Clarence Thomas would rebel the way he has against his own background and experiences.' He cited Thomas's actions on the bench, including the erosion of civil rights protections, challenges to voting rights and affirmative action, and his concurrence in the Dobbs decision, as reasons for his change of heart. Clyburn believes that the current situation necessitates 'significant actions taken by the Congress' and that expanding the court to thirteen justices would be a 'good number.'

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's Judicial Philosophy Debated in Supreme Court Opinion

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's Judicial Philosophy Debated in Supreme Court Opinion

Justice Amy Coney Barrett's opinion in the case of Trump v. CASA has drawn attention to a significant debate regarding judicial authority, particularly in relation to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's approach. Justice Barrett's opinion directly critiqued Justice Jackson, suggesting that Jackson's stance on judicial power was inconsistent. According to Barrett, Jackson was simultaneously criticizing an 'imperial executive' while advocating for an 'imperial judiciary.' This critique emerged in the context of a broader discussion about the extent to which a single federal district judge can suspend a presidential policy nationwide before the issue has been fully adjudicated through the appellate courts and ultimately by the Supreme Court. The case itself, Trump v. CASA, is presented as a pivotal moment for the Supreme Court to address fundamental questions about the authority to govern the United States. The core of the disagreement, as highlighted by Barrett, centers on the appropriate limits and scope of jud...