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GOP Agriculture Chair G.T. Thompson is asking for a waiver to remain the panel’s top Republican next year despite term limits, arguing his temperament and track record make him best positioned to lead. If granted, it could trigger a leadership scramble as others like Rep. Austin Scott line up to succeed him; the broader update slate also covers policy battles, party discipline debates, and related Capitol activity.
Democrats are proposing a set of Supreme Court reforms ahead of the midterms, including expanding the bench from nine to 13 justices, curtailing lifetime terms to 18 years, and introducing an ethics code along with standards for the court’s opaque shadow docket, part of a broader effort to depoliticize the high court amid frustration with its rulings and opposition from Republicans; success hinges on Democratic control of Congress.
Sen. Josh Hawley criticized Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell for not providing clear updates about his health after a hospitalization and an absence of more than a month, telling Fox News he’s ‘totally in the dark’ about McConnell’s condition amid a slim GOP majority and urging accountability to constituents. Hawley also used the moment to discuss term limits, praising Sen. Grassley’s continued sharpness while supporting a constitutional amendment.
Zimbabwe’s lower house approved a bill to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term by two years, raise elected terms to seven years, and replace direct presidential elections with a parliamentary vote, potentially keeping Mnangagwa in power until 2030 and delaying the 2028 elections; the reform, seen as reshaping institutions around Zanu-PF, faces opposition from liberation veterans and activists who warn it risks a one-party state, while the government argues the changes align electoral cycles and improve governance.
Sen. Cory Booker called the Supreme Court 'a corrupt court' with lax ethics and pushed for term-limit reforms, while stopping short of endorsing court expansion; he argues real change starts with Congress and cites the Callais v. Louisiana ruling and the Voting Rights Act as evidence the Court has diminished Black representation.
Nayib Bukele's move to remove presidential term limits in El Salvador allows him to seek re-election indefinitely, raising concerns about democratic backsliding and his potential to rule for life.
El Salvador's National Assembly approved constitutional amendments allowing President Nayib Bukele to run for re-election indefinitely and extending the presidential term from five to six years, consolidating his power amid concerns over democratic backsliding.
El Salvador's congress approved reforms abolishing presidential term limits, enabling President Nayib Bukele to seek unlimited re-elections and extending his term to six years, amid criticism that this move undermines democracy and consolidates one-party rule.
Rep. Ralph Norman announced his bid for South Carolina governor, emphasizing his conservative stance, support for term limits, and praise for Donald Trump, with endorsements from Nikki Haley and others, as he seeks to challenge other GOP candidates in the upcoming election.
House Democrats' younger wing achieved a significant victory with Rep. Robert Garcia winning the top Democratic position on the Oversight Committee, signaling a broader push for generational change and term limits within the party amid ongoing grassroots revolt against the old guard.
Senators Joe Manchin and Peter Welch have proposed a constitutional amendment to impose 18-year term limits on Supreme Court justices, aiming to address the declining public trust in the judiciary. This proposal, which aligns with President Biden's views, would not affect current justices but would create regular vacancies every two years. Despite the initiative, the amendment faces significant hurdles, including Manchin's impending retirement and the challenging ratification process requiring broad legislative and state support. The proposal reflects growing concerns over the Supreme Court's role and partisanship.
President Biden is set to propose term limits and a mandatory ethics code for U.S. Supreme Court justices, marking a significant shift in his stance. However, these changes would require a constitutional amendment or congressional action, both challenging in the current political climate. The proposals come as Biden seeks to appeal to progressives and other key voter groups ahead of the presidential election.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, including term limits for justices and an enforceable ethics code. These changes would require Congressional approval. Biden's engagement on this issue marks a shift from his previous stance, and comes amid recent high-profile Supreme Court decisions and ethics controversies involving Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito. Progressive groups are using the Supreme Court issue to mobilize voter support for Biden and Democratic control of Congress.
President Joe Biden's plan to endorse term limits and an enforceable ethics code for U.S. Supreme Court justices has garnered support from a majority of Republicans, according to recent polls. While Biden's plan does not include expanding the court, it aims to address recent ethics scandals and controversial decisions. The proposal reflects broad public support across political parties, though its success in Congress remains uncertain.
President Joe Biden is seriously considering proposals to establish term limits for U.S. Supreme Court justices and implement an enforceable ethics code, amid growing concerns about accountability and recent controversial court decisions. These changes would require congressional approval, which is unlikely in a divided Congress. Biden's move comes as he faces pressure from Democrats and aims to counter the conservative majority established by former President Donald Trump.