As Republicans prepare to take control of Congress and the White House, Democrats are increasingly worried about the possibility of a constitutional convention being called by the states.
California state senator Scott Wiener plans to introduce legislation to rescind the state's seven calls for a constitutional convention due to fears of a 'runaway convention' that could threaten rights.
Democratic officials express concern that a convention could start with a balanced budget amendment but might lead to broader changes that could undermine abortion rights and civil liberties.
Wiener articulated the risk of a convention stating, 'I do not want California to inadvertently trigger a constitutional convention that ends up shredding the Constitution.'
The Constitution allows for a convention to be called if two-thirds of state legislatures request it, but this option has never been used in American history.
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