Democrats could dust off plans for Supreme Court reforms after capturing House and Senate

CBS News · Melissa Quinn · 2026-11-06 11:00 UTC

Democrats have proposed a variety of measures aimed at reshaping the Supreme Court over the years and may be poised to push them forward after winning House and Senate majorities.

Washington — After years of calling for reforms to the Supreme Court following blockbuster decisions on abortion, presidential power and voting rights, Democrats may be poised to push forward with their court-focused plans after winning control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections.

Democrats are expected to hold at least 54 seats in the Senate and at least 250 members in the House, giving them the opportunity to take up legislation that stood no chance of advancing in the GOP-led Congress.

While Democrats have not yet unveiled their legislative priorities for the next Congress, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who is expected to be elected speaker in January, has indicated he has the Supreme Court on his mind.

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