Court expansion - yea or nay?

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27. I agree that we need people who are knowledgeable

In various areas, like modern technology, because issues of privacy and freedom from surveillance are important in guaranteeing our rights as listed in the Bill of Rights.

But, a really large court composed of several committes in areas of expertise could usurp some of the powers of Congress. We want to eliminate legislating from the bench.

The primary purpose of the court is to interpret Constitutional law. That requires the legal expertise of lawyers, an understanding of history and context of meaning, and how they still apply to us today. So I do not discount the value of lawyers on the courts.

If your idea of a huge court were implemented, I think the judges would need to be lawyers with legal knowledge and experience in the areas of expertise that you listed. Example of tech knowledge without legal background would be Elon Musk. He lacks respect for law and has a willingness to bend or ignore laws that would not favor his businesses. Is he a US citizen? Thar would also be a factor, of course. But other techies, like in Silicon Valley, would also be questionable people to rule on judicial decisions.

I could only see your idea working if all the judges had law licenses and legal experience, in addition to knowledge of their specific area of expertise that you suggested. They would need to consult with Constitutional law experts in making decisions.

We would also need a code of ethics with teeth in it to deal with the potential for corruption like favoring of corporations over human rights.

I think that your idea has possibilities, but would need to be tweaked.