Clyburn calls for expanding Supreme Court, says '13 is a pretty good number'

A prominent Democratic lawmaker has renewed calls for expanding the U.S. Supreme Court, suggesting increasing its current nine-justice roster to 13 members. The proposal comes after a recent interview where a former vice president advocated for court expansion, prompting direct support from the senator. The move reflects ongoing political debates over the Court’s size and composition amid broader discussions about judicial reform. Supporters argue the change could help restore balance to the bench following recent shifts in its ideological makeup.

Sen. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) on Sunday called for an expansion of the Supreme Court's nine justices to 13, calling that increase a "pretty good number." "Meet the Press" host Kristen Welker asked Clyburn if he agreed with former Vice President Kamala Harris's request for court expansion in an interview. "Yes, I do," the South Carolina...