President Joe Biden recently addressed House Speaker Mike Johnson's comments regarding his Supreme Court reform proposals. Johnson had stated that the proposals were 'dead on arrival,' to which Biden responded by saying, 'I think that's what he is. Dead on arrival.'
During his visit to Austin, Texas, Biden expressed confidence in finding a way to pass his Supreme Court reform proposals despite facing challenges in Congress. He mentioned, 'We're gonna figure a way.'
Biden is scheduled to unveil his reform proposals during an event in Austin commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. The proposed reforms include advocating for a constitutional amendment that would remove the president's immunity for crimes committed while in office, implementing term limits for Supreme Court justices, and establishing a binding code of conduct for the high court.
A White House official confirmed the details of the proposed reforms, emphasizing the importance of these changes to ensure accountability and fairness within the judicial system.
Vice President Kamala Harris also expressed her support for the proposed reforms, further highlighting the administration's commitment to addressing key issues related to the Supreme Court.