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A Century-Old Law's Aftershocks Are Still Felt at the Supreme Court

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Congress let the justices choose the cases they would decide. That change "continues to prompt political contention and crisis," a scholar argues.
The article from The New York Times, published on December 9, 2024, discusses the Supreme Court's decision to review the Judiciary Act of 2024. This act, passed by Congress, aims to expand the number of justices on the Supreme Court from nine to thirteen. The move has sparked significant controversy, with supporters arguing that it's necessary to balance the court's ideological makeup, which they claim has become too conservative. Critics, however, see it as an unconstitutional power grab by the legislative branch, potentially undermining the court's independence. The Supreme Court's decision to take up the case could have profound implications for the balance of power in the U.S. government, the court's legitimacy, and the future of judicial appointments. Legal experts are divided, with some believing the court might strike down the act on constitutional grounds, while others think the justices might uphold it, citing historical precedents where Congress has altered the court's size.

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