Collins to back Jackson for Supreme Court
By Olafimihan Oshin - 03/30/22 08:43 AM EDT
Sen. Susan Collins (Maine) on Wednesday said she would support Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the Supreme Court, becoming the first Republican to back her for confirmation.
"After reviewing Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s extensive record, watching much of her hearing testimony, and meeting with her twice in person, I have concluded that she possesses the experience, qualifications, and integrity to serve as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court," Collins said in a statement.
"I will, therefore, vote to confirm her to this position," she added.
The decision by Collins to back Jackson means there will be no tie vote in the Senate on her confirmation assuming all 50 Democrats back her, as expected.
It is not clear if any other Republicans will vote for Jackson, though there has been speculation that Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) could support her.
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