GOP forces record on socialism as Democrats spar and court-size showdown looms

House Republicans advanced a non-binding resolution condemning socialism and scheduled a vote to test Democrats’ stance, while also pushing a constitutional amendment to cap Supreme Court justices at nine. Democrats criticized the move as political theater, and tensions flared during a Rules Committee hearing over what defines socialism. The dual votes reflect a broader intra-party clash amid midterm politics, including debates over voter integrity legislation and potential court expansion, as leaders seek to put opponents on the record.