Updates to the structure or rules of the Supreme Court—such as term limits or ethics standards—to strengthen accountability and public trust.
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Supreme Court Reform focuses on updating the structure and rules of the Court to strengthen accountability, reduce politicization, and restore public trust. Rather than changing judicial independence, these reforms address how justices are appointed, how long they serve, and what ethical standards apply. Common proposals include term limits, enforceable ethics rules, and clearer recusal requirements—measures designed to ensure the Court reflects democratic stability rather than partisan timing or lifetime entrenchment.
Establish fixed terms for justices to reduce high-stakes, partisan appointment battles and ensure regular, predictable turnover.
Apply enforceable ethics standards and transparency requirements so the Court operates under rules similar to other federal judges.
Preserve the Court’s independence while reducing incentives for ideological capture or strategic retirements.
Strengthen legitimacy by aligning the Court’s structure with democratic norms and public expectations of fairness and accountability.
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