Congress's "Power"

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Submitted by HD Fetter (United States), May 18, 2023 17:14

"Congress does have the power to add or subtract justices, as it did during Franklin Roosevelt's presidency."

Confusingly phrased - of course, FDR did propose adding justices but Congress did not exercise its power to do so and rejected FDR's court packing plan.

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Legislators trying to change laws [55 words]Jerry SkurnikMay 18, 2023 17:30
⇒ Congress's "Power" [43 words]HD FetterMay 18, 2023 17:14

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