Biden calls for Supreme Court overhaul, including term limits and binding ethics code

Biden calls for Supreme Court overhaul, including term limits and binding ethics code

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The video discusses proposed reforms to the Supreme Court, including term limits and a binding code of ethics. Voter trust in the Court is low, and President Biden has outlined a proposal to address this, emphasizing that no one is above the law. The proposal includes a constitutional amendment to remove presidential immunity and term limits for justices. The video also covers political reactions and the potential impact of these changes on future elections.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the key reforms proposed for the Supreme Court?

Increasing the number of justices

Reducing the power of the Supreme Court

Term limits and a binding code of ethics

Abolishing the Supreme Court

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the proposed changes to the Supreme Court's operation?

Allowing justices to serve indefinitely

Increasing the number of justices to 15

A constitutional amendment to remove immunity for crimes committed by former presidents

Lifetime appointments for justices

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How would the proposed term limits for justices affect the Supreme Court?

It would allow justices to serve for life

It would ensure a new justice is appointed every year

It would reduce the number of justices

It would distribute seats equally among political parties

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is Senator Warren's stance on the Supreme Court's current role?

The Supreme Court should be abolished

The Supreme Court should have more power

The Supreme Court is undermining democracy

The Supreme Court is functioning perfectly

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was President Trump's reaction to the proposed Supreme Court reforms?

He has not commented on the reforms

He thinks Democrats are trying to manipulate the system

He believes the reforms are unnecessary

He fully supports the reforms