Georgia Democrat Rep. Hank Johnson has been a vocal advocate for reforming the Supreme Court, proposing term limits for justices as a means to address what he perceives as long-term issues within the institution. Johnson argues that term limits would help eliminate the potential for 'rot and decay' caused by corporate corruption and political influence on the court.
As a ranking member on the House Judiciary Committee, Johnson has collaborated with fellow Democrats to introduce court reform bills aimed at expanding the court and imposing term limits on justices. In a recent interview, Johnson highlighted the need for reform, emphasizing the importance of preventing corruption and ensuring accountability among Supreme Court justices.
In his efforts to push for reform, Johnson introduced the Supreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act (TERM), which proposes 18-year term limits for justices. Additionally, he joined other lawmakers in reintroducing the Judiciary Act of 2023, which seeks to expand the Supreme Court to a 13-justice bench in response to the current conservative supermajority.
President Biden and Vice President Harris have expressed support for reforming the Supreme Court, with Biden calling for term limits as part of a broader reform agenda. Johnson noted that while the road to enacting these reforms may be challenging, he remains committed to the cause and is prepared for a potentially lengthy legislative process.
Looking ahead, Johnson expressed hope for future discussions with Vice President Harris, anticipating her potential role in advancing court reform efforts. Despite potential obstacles, Johnson remains steadfast in his commitment to pursuing reform and ensuring the integrity of the Supreme Court for future generations.
