James Clyburn, a senior Democratic congressman from South Carolina, stated on NBC's Meet the Press that his decision to support Clarence Thomas for a US Supreme Court seat was a mistake. ^[1] Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC) appeared on NBC's 'Meet the Press' to advocate for expanding the Supreme Court to 13 members. ^[2] Clyburn admitted he had no idea that Clarence Thomas would rebel against his own background and experiences, specifically noting Thomas was raised by his grandfather in Pin Point, Georgia. ^[3] Clyburn cited the 2024 Supreme Court decision ruling affirmative action in college admissions unconstitutional as a specific example of Thomas turning his back on civil rights. ^[4] Clyburn expressed support for expanding the number of US Supreme Court justices from nine to 13, describing it as a 'baker's dozen'. ^[5] Clyburn referred to the proposed 13-member court as a 'baker's dozen' to allow Democrats to add justices who agree with their interpretation of the law. ^[6] Clyburn stated that failing to expand the Court might lead to a return to antebellum conditions when Black citizens were given fewer rights than white citizens. ^[7] When asked by host Kristen Welker if he supports former Vice President Kamala Harris's call to pack the Court, Clyburn responded, 'Yes, I do.' ^[8]