James Carville Dramatically Predicts 2028 Supreme Court Outcome
Political strategist James Carville has made a bold prediction regarding the 2028 U.S. presidential election. He believes that Democrats will gain control of all three branches of government. Carville expressed this viewpoint during a recent episode of his podcast, “Politics War Room.” He asserted that a Democrat will be elected president, and the party will dominate both the House and Senate.
Predictions for Supreme Court Reform
Carville’s predictions extend to the judicial branch as well. He anticipates that the incoming Democratic president will form a special transition advisory committee focused on reforming the Supreme Court. His proposal includes increasing the number of justices from the current nine to thirteen.
He specifically called out the six conservative justices, warning that they would soon be in the minority if Democrats proceed with his suggested reforms. “They’re going to recommend 13 justices,” Carville stated. He believes this will be achieved with the backing of a Democratic House and Senate.
Historical Context and Concerns
The number of justices on the Supreme Court has varied throughout American history, but it has been set at nine since 1869. Notably, President Joe Biden has expressed opposition to “court packing,” stating that adding justices would undermine the court’s credibility.
This latest prediction is not a first for Carville. Earlier in August, he proposed similar strategies, suggesting that Democrats should consider granting statehood to Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., along with expanding the Supreme Court.
Potential Candidates and Leadership
Carville also offered insights into potential leaders for this judicial overhaul. He speculated that a future Democratic president might tap former U.S. Circuit Judge J. Michael Luttig for this task. Luttig, known for his conservative views, has recently criticized former President Trump’s intentions regarding a prolonged presidency.
In discussing possible Democratic candidates for the 2028 election, Carville reserved his comments on likely contenders. However, he has indicated a willingness to support Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez if she spans the nomination process. He described her as a potential leader of the Democratic Party, albeit with some reservations about her ability to win elections.
A Cautious Conclusion
Carville concluded his predictions with confidence, stating, “I would bet a lot of money that that’s going to happen.” However, he has faced challenges with his predictions in the past. Initially, Carville had been confident about Kamala Harris’ prospects in the 2024 election, only to later acknowledge misjudgments regarding his forecasts.
In attributing Democratic losses to economic factors, Carville reminded listeners of his famous saying, “It was, it is, and it always will be the economy, stupid.” As the 2028 election approaches, Carville’s insights will be closely watched for their impact on the political landscape.
