Why was FDR's Court Packing Plan a mistake?

FDR's Court Packing Plan was a mistake because, it appeared to interfere with the Separation of Powers under the United States Constitution.

Answered by missthang | 2024-06-10

FDR's court-packing plan of 1937 was considered a mistake due to its perceived threat to the independence of the judiciary and the principle of separation of powers. It faced widespread public and congressional opposition and was seen as an unnecessary interference in judicial operations. The plan ultimately failed, highlighting the complexities of American political structures and the limits of presidential power.
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Answered by missthang | 2024-09-26