Representative James Clyburn has publicly supported expanding the Supreme Court to thirteen justices, a concept referred to as "court packing." Clyburn believes this expansion would allow Democrats to appoint justices who align with their interpretations of the law. He controversially argued that failing to pack the court could lead to a regression of civil rights for Black Americans, drawing parallels to antebellum conditions. Clyburn specifically cited a concern that the court might reverse progress made by the Warren Court regarding the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments. He expressed a desire for justices who would uphold constitutional principles, but implied this requires a partisan alignment. This stance is part of a broader push by some Democrats to reshape the Court to advance a progressive agenda. Critics argue this effort is driven by a desire for political power and to ensure Democratic electoral success. Public opinion polls have historically shown opposition to court packing. Historically, President Franklin D. Roosevelt's court-packing plan in the 1930s is viewed negatively. The rhetoric surrounding court packing is seen by some as an attempt to incite anger or fear among the electorate. The author finds the notion that the current Supreme Court would revert to Dred Scott-era conditions offensive and absurd, particularly given the presence of Black conservative justices.