Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick Issues Statement on the Historic Swearing In of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

Washington, DC - Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement regarding the historic swearing in of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson:

“Today history was made. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was officially sworn in as a Supreme Court Justice. A few months ago the country saw just how qualified Justice Jackson is for the Supreme Court. In her confirmation hearing, the breadth and depth of Justice Jackson’s legal career working at all levels of the justice system was on display. 

“Justice Jackson’s record demonstrates that she is a fair and impartial judge that follows the facts and the law. Justice Jackson’s nomination has also received support from a broad range of legal experts. 

“Today, history was made – we have our first African American woman Supreme Court Justice. Justice Jackson is a brilliant legal mind with the utmost character and integrity. She will make an exceptional Supreme Court Justice.”