Manchin Says He Will Vote To Confirm Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson

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Manchin said in a statement that after meeting with Jackson, reviewing her record and monitoring her questioning before the Judiciary Committee, he believes Jackson is “supremely qualified” to serve as the next justice

Jackson’s views of what he called “critical race theory,” which he said was taught at Georgetown Day School, where Jackson serves as a board member. Jackson was insistent that in her role as a board member, she has no control over its curriculum or teachings at the private school.to confirm Jackson, as Republicans largely voice opposition to her nomination.

McConnell said he went into the process “with an open mind,” but cited her refusal to state an opinion on expanding the size of the Supreme Court as a reason to oppose her nomination.Democrats want to confirm Jackson by April 8, ahead of a two-week Senate recess. Supreme Court nominations require a simple majority, which is expected to pass if Democrats remain united. Vice President Kamala Harris would break the tie if all Democrats vote yes, and if Jackson doesn’t receive any Republican votes.

 

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