Holder Advocates for Supreme Court Reform in 2028 Presidential Race

Former Attorney General Eric Holder has emphasized the importance of making Supreme Court reform a central issue for the next Democratic presidential candidate in 2028.

Holder’s comments come after President Joe Biden suggested potential reforms in July 2024. He highlighted the U.S. v. Trump decision, which granted the president immunity for actions taken in official capacity. Holder argued for reforms that might include imposing an 18-year term limit for Supreme Court justices to “strengthen the guardrail of democracy.” This call for reform follows inquiries from former Democratic National Committee Chairman Jamie Harrison about whether Democrats should address the court’s influence in the upcoming election.

“I believe we need to reform the Supreme Court. Expanding it could be one option. We cannot let it continue its current trajectory,” Holder stated.

He criticized the court’s approach, suggesting that it prioritizes personnel over established precedents and that it has the power to make decisions that could undermine democratic principles. “This undermines fairness—political and economic fairness—and it should be a focal point for anyone running for president,” he added.

Recent Supreme Court rulings have faced backlash from Democrats, particularly regarding issues like abortion rights, national injunctions, and free expression.

During his tenure, which ended July 1, 2024, the Supreme Court not only ruled on presidential immunity but also overturned the “Chevron doctrine,” affecting how regulations are interpreted and enforced.

Holder shared his perspective on term limits for justices, suggesting that “any presidential candidate should advocate for limits on Supreme Court terms, either through constitutional means or statutory measures.” He mentioned his belief that an 18-year term is ample, arguing that justices shouldn’t serve for decades while remaining disconnected from the society they serve.