Former Vice President Kamala Harris said Democrats should reconsider proposals to reform or abolish the Electoral College and expand the Supreme Court.
These suggestions target fundamental shifts in the U.S. political structure. Such changes could alter the balance of power in the judiciary and the presidency, potentially shifting the outcome of future national contests.
During a speech delivered in 2026, Harris said, "We need to revisit the Electoral College." While some reports describe her call as a push to revisit the abolishing of the system, other accounts describe it as a general call for revision.
Beyond the presidential election process, Harris addressed the composition of the federal judiciary. She said, "Expanding the Supreme Court and giving statehood to Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C. are ideas we should look at again."
These institutional reforms are framed as strategic necessities for the Democratic Party. Harris said that revisiting these specific measures could help Democrats secure victories in future presidential elections, specifically pointing toward the 2028 cycle [1].
The proposal to grant statehood to Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico would create new senators and representatives in Congress. This move, combined with a shift away from the Electoral College, would change how presidential electors are allocated and how the popular vote influences the final result.
Harris' comments highlight a growing debate within her party regarding whether traditional institutional norms are sufficient to ensure electoral success against current political trends. The focus on 2028 [1] suggests a long-term strategy to reshape the American governing framework before the next major election cycle begins.
“"We need to revisit the Electoral College."”
The call to revisit these reforms indicates a strategic pivot toward institutional restructuring. By targeting the Electoral College and the Supreme Court, the proposal seeks to mitigate the impact of the current electoral map and judicial leanings, aiming to create a systemic advantage for Democratic candidates by the 2028 election.
