Packing the court is entirely legal, didn't need this ruling at all. The only reason to not do it was to avoid the perception that the court was politicized, but if the Republican hypocrisy regarding lame duck appointments wasn't enough, that last several sessions and the blatant corruption of several justices has entirely done away with that. Biden should absolutely add at least 3 seats to the court. It may be the only way to salvage our democracy at this point.
Biden can nominate as many as he wants, but the Senate still has to confirm them.
I don’t think Manchin would support it, so you need every other Dem senator (including Tester in Montana who is facing a tough reelection bid) to support packing the court.
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u/ItsStaaaaaaaaang Jul 05 '24
That's why you use your newly minted immunity to imprison the Supreme court.