Justice Elena Kagan Calls for Enforceable Ethics Code for Supreme Court
Kagan proposes a committee of respected judges to oversee ethical conduct, addressing criticisms of the current code's lack of enforcement.
- Kagan is the first Supreme Court justice to publicly advocate for an independent enforcement mechanism.
- She suggests a committee of experienced judges could ensure accountability for ethical violations.
- The current ethics code, adopted last year, has faced criticism for being unenforceable.
- Kagan's remarks come amid discussions on broader judicial reforms, including potential term limits.
- Public confidence in the Supreme Court has declined, with many Americans questioning its impartiality.