To stop the Supreme Court from striking down major parts of his legislative agenda, FDR attempted to __________the court.

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FDR attempted to "pack" the court by proposing a plan to add up to six new justices who were sympathetic to his policies. This would have tipped the balance of the court in his favor and prevented them from striking down his legislative agenda. He did not attempt to impeach or fire any Supreme Court justices.

To Stop the Supreme Court from Striking Down Major Parts