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Democrats Push Supreme Court Reforms Amid Gun Control Concerns

12/29/2025

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Democrats say Supreme Court rulings under Chief Justice John Roberts have undermined gun control and civil rights priorities.
To address this, some Democrats propose structural reforms, including adding District of Columbia (D.C.) and Puerto Rico to ensure fair representation.
If the Court resists these changes, Democrats may consider expanding its size.
They also call for time limits on judicial reviews and expedited appeals to restore balance with Congress.

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Democrats say Supreme Court rulings under Chief Justice John Roberts have undermined gun control and civil rights priorities.
To address this, some Democrats propose structural reforms, including adding District of Columbia (D.C.) and Puerto Rico to ensure fair representation.
If the Court resists these changes, Democrats may consider expanding its size.
They also call for time limits on judicial reviews and expedited appeals to restore balance with Congress.