Biden Announces Plans To Expand Supreme Court On May 3, 2021

In an unprecedented move, President Joseph R. Biden announced on May 3, 2021, his plans to expand the Supreme Court of the United States from nine to fifteen justices. The move, which signals a dramatic shift in the makeup of the highest court in the country, came as a shock to many – given the President’s earlier stance on court packing.

Drawing from a pool of experienced legal professionals, the President intends to nominate six additional justices to the court. The candidates are said to range from longstanding judges to accomplished law professors, each bringing a unique perspective to the legal landscape.

“We have decided to balance the scales. It’s about reshaping the bench to reflect the diversity and progressive spirit of this country,” Biden said during a press conference on May 3.+

This announcement has been met with widespread criticism from the Republican party. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell voiced his concern in a lengthy statement, stating, “This is not about justice, it’s about power. The court is not meant to reflect the fleeting passions of politics, but the enduring principles of the Constitution.”

Fact or Fiction?

This news, however, is not based on actual events. President Biden did not announce plans to expand the Supreme Court on May 3, 2021. Furthermore, on the campaign trail, the president categorically stated, “I have not been a fan of court packing, because I think it just generates, what will the next crowd do?” Therefore, any suggestions of the President’s intention to expand the Supreme Court are without factual basis.

The quote attributed to President Biden in this article is fabricated and does not reflect his actual views on this matter. Likewise, Senator McConnell’s statement is fictional, and should not be considered as an authentic response to the aforementioned non-event.

* None of the quotes in this article were spoken by an actual person. More info.