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Why did Roosevelt say he wanted to increase the number of judges on the Supreme Court?.

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Franklin D. Roosevelt wanted to increase the number of Supreme Court Justices so that his new appointees would support of any New Deals laws. I am hoping that this answer has satisfied your query and it will be able to help you in your endeavor, and if you would like, feel free to ask another question.

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Roosevelt wanted to gain more power with more supreme court judges on his side that he chose.
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