Summary
A new bill suggests limiting U.S. Supreme Court justices to 18-year terms, with new appointments made every two years. Representative Mike Levin supports this proposal, which aims to bring consistency and reduce political influence in the Court.
Key Facts
- The proposed bill aims to set 18-year term limits for Supreme Court justices.
- A new justice would be appointed every two years under this plan.
- Representative Mike Levin, a California Republican, announced his support for the bill.
- Term limits aim to create balance, predictability, and end strategic retirements.
- The bill allows justices to serve as senior judges after their term ends.
- Levin notes that many states already use term limits or reappointments for their top courts.
- The proposal seeks to modernize the Court while keeping judicial independence intact.
