Biden asserts Equal Rights Amendment is valid law despite ongoing legal disputes
President Biden recently stated that he believes the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is valid law, marking a shift in his position. He emphasized the importance of women's equality and noted that Virginia's ratification in 2020 made it the 38th state to support the ERA. Despite Biden's endorsement, the legal status of the ERA remains disputed. The Department of Justice under his administration did not assert its validity, and concerns exist about the amendment's ratification process, particularly regarding a seven-year deadline and states that rescinded their support. Legal scholars argue that the ERA may not have legally changed the Constitution's text, despite the ratifications. This ongoing debate raises questions about the amendment process and the potential implications for constitutional consensus in the U.S.