The United States has once again written a memorable page in its history, with Ketanji Brown Jackson sworn in as the first black woman to serve on the Supreme Court.
The appointment of this 51-year-old woman by Democratic President Joe Biden means that for the first time in 233 years, white men are no longer a majority in the nation’s highest court.
Although his endorsement was a landmark, it won’t change the conservative majority of 6 judges against 3 progressive tones in the Court created during the administration of Republican boss Donald Trump (2017-2021).
The court has been criticized for its recent rulings that expanded civilians’ right to bear arms, abolished the federal right to abortion, and limited the government’s power to curb greenhouse gases.
“As Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson takes his seat on the Supreme Court, our nation takes a historic step towards realizing our highest ideals,” said Nancy Pelosi, leader of the Democratic party in the Lower House of Representatives.
“Amid this court’s brutal assault on the health, freedom, and safety of Americans, he will be a much-needed force for equal justice for all,” he said.
Jackson took office with the backing of three Senate Republicans during a grueling confirmation process, giving Biden a 53-47 bipartisan endorsement for the first Supreme Court nominee.
The appointment provides an opportunity for the Biden administration to bounce back from a string of bad news in recent months, and polls point to a less than 40% approval rating amid runaway inflation ahead of the November midterm elections.
It also allowed Biden to show black voters that they can count on him, saving his staggering 2020 primary campaign.
source: Noticias
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