Court packing scandal (1937) (aug 27, 1914 – jan 1, 1937)
Description:
In 1937 the Senate rejected President Roosevelt's efforts to change the Supreme Court's structure. Roosevelt's proposed changes would have allowed him to pack the court with judges who supported his policies, threatening judicial independence.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 27, 1914
jan 1, 1937
~ 22 years