Justice Barrett Welcomes Public Scrutiny But Avoids Commenting on Potential Supreme Court Reforms
- Justice Amy Coney Barrett said she welcomes public scrutiny of the Supreme Court but did not comment on potential reforms.
- Public trust in the court is low due to polarizing decisions including overturning Roe v. Wade.
- Increased access to information has contributed to more scrutiny of the court according to Justice Barrett.
- There are ongoing debates about imposing an ethics code and disclosure rules on the Supreme Court.
- Justice Barrett said judges and justices need to develop "thick skin" regarding public criticism.