To use a Biden-ism, "this is a big fucking deal!"
President Joe Biden officially announced Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as his nominee to replace Justice Stephen Breyer on the Supreme Court.
Once confirmed, she'll be the first Black woman to sit on the highest court of the United States. Jackson would also be the first public defender on the Supreme Court, bringing a much-needed, long-overdue perspective to the bench.
In this rapid reaction episode of Boom! Lawyered, co-hosts Jessica Mason Pieklo and Imani Gandy bring you everything you need to know about this historic moment. So get your celebratory treat of choice, and tune in with our experts.
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