Proposed Law Could Lead to Removal of Supreme Court Justices Thomas, Alito, and Roberts
Democratic Representative Johnny Olszewski of Maryland is set to propose a constitutional amendment that would impose 18-year term limits on Supreme Court justices. This proposal, known as the Reform of Bench Eligibility (ROBE) Act, would apply to current justices and could result in the removal of Chief Justice John Roberts, Justice Clarence Thomas, and Justice Samuel Alito, who have all served beyond the proposed term limit. The act aims to end lifetime appointments and includes provisions for a smooth transition to the new system. The proposal comes amid historically low public trust in the Supreme Court, with recent polls indicating a significant portion of the American public lacks confidence in the institution.