Biden Threatens Veto on Bipartisan Bill to Add Federal Judgeships

The legislation, initially supported across party lines, has become a flashpoint after Trump’s reelection, with Democrats reversing their stance.

The JUDGES Act proposes adding 63 new federal judgeships over a decade to address severe case backlogs in U.S. district courts.
The Senate unanimously passed the bill in August, but House Republicans delayed a vote until after the presidential election, sparking accusations of political maneuvering.
President Biden announced he would veto the bill, citing concerns about its timing and claims that it prioritizes politics over judicial efficiency.
Democrats argue that passing the bill now would unfairly grant President-elect Trump 22 judicial appointments, further entrenching his influence on the judiciary.
Judicial advocates warn that delays in expanding the judiciary exacerbate caseload bottlenecks, with some litigants waiting years for their cases to be heard.