Ketanji Brown Jackson: 5 Things To Know About Biden’s Supreme Court Nominee

low approval ratings — even among people who previously voted for him in 2020 — Biden attempted to use his speech as a reset for his presidency, decrying Russia and its power-hungry President Vladimir Putin for invading Ukraine while offering praise and support for the Ukrainian resistance, and seeking to clarify his (and by extension, his party’s) positions on various domestic issues by calling for programs and bills that would make Americans’ lives easier, fight inflation, get the country back to “normal” following a two-year interruption caused by the pandemic, and calling on states and cities to deal with rising crime rates by fully funding police using money appropriated by the American Rescue Plan.But as he went through the litany of various domestic concerns, Biden seemingly hit on many of the issues and promises he had run on as a candidate for president, even though much of his priorities have been killed in the U.S. Senate, due to the inability to gain 60 votes to overcome the silent filibuster (exacerbated by the refusal of traditionalists to change Senate rules to either eliminate or reduce the 60-vote threshold, or require the minority to actively filibuster pieces of legislation, thereby calling attention to their opposition) as well as political posturing by conservative Democrats like Sens.

Piers Morgan, 56, last night issued a scathing attack on Joe Biden as he commented on his presidency.The broadcaster took to Twitter, where he boasts a following of 7.9 million, to hit out at the US President amid the Ukraine crisis.Piers has been vocal on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, sparking debate among other Twitter users.In the tweet, the former Good Morning Britain presenter claimed that Biden’s approval ratings had “cratered” and that the Russian President was “making him look impotent.”He wrote: “Hard to overstate the importance of this speech for President Biden.“He's had a terrible year, his approval ratings have cratered, and Putin's making him look impotent.“He needs to change the narrative because the State of the Union, like his presidency, isn't great right now.”The blistering remarks sparked debate among the social media community, with some agreeing with the presenter’s views and others differing.ToniLFC argued: “In his different meetings with Putin, he never looked impotent. Very far from it.“US intelligence and his response to the aggression has been spot on so far.”JRodTitansGrizz said: “It’s been worse than a disaster.“I doubt a speech can do anything for him, he’s too defeated already.”Yingikeme added: “I keep asking.

As is traditional, Stephen Colbert celebrated the State of the Union with a live show heavy on reaction to (and ridicule of) the yearly presidential address.

President Joe Biden was heckled during his State of the Union speech by Republican Reps. Lauren Boebert of Colorado and Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia tonight.

President Joe Biden, 79, addressed the nation on the pressing issue of defunding the police during his State of the Union on Tuesday March 1. The president received a standing ovation from both Republicans and Democrats, as he called for providing police with further funding necessary to fight crime in their communities.

President Joe Biden will deliver his first State of the Union address to Congress on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 9 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. PT. The speech comes as Biden — and the nation — face a host of generational crises including a burgeoning war in Ukraine, an ever-shifting pandemic and the overarching threat of climate change. It will mark Biden’s second address to a joint session of Congress.

President Joe Biden is addressing the nation for the first time.

Kim Reynolds is set to give the Republican response to President Joe Biden’s State of The Union speech. Described as a polarizing figure, she has become a prominent member in the Republican party while earning backlash from others due to her inaction during the coronavirus pandemic. “Tonight, I have the opportunity to share Iowa’s success story with the nation. Tune in as I deliver the Official GOP Response to Biden’s #SOTU this evening!” she tweeted.

Joe Biden’s State of the Union address on Tuesday will focus, as they always do, on a laundry list of priorities, but it may end up being the most memorable for what  he says about the unfolding situation in Ukraine.

Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova will be seated with First Lady Jill Biden during President Joe Biden‘s first State of the Union address on Tuesday March 1. The ambassador will join the first lady along with the president’s sister Valerie Biden Owens and the Second Gentlman Douglas Emhoff. Oksana’s invitation to sit alongside Jill in the viewing box comes amid Ukraine’s battle with Russia, following an invasion ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Find out everything you need to know about the 45-year-old ambassador here!

Dr. Jill Biden, 70, showed her support as Russia continues to invade Ukraine and threaten the safety of its citizens. The First Lady sported a face mask with a sunflower emblem and a stunning polka dot suit jacket and pencil skirt during a Black History Month event at the White House on Monday, Feb. 28. Not only did she look stylish but her ensemble made a very important statement. The sunflower is the national flower of Ukraine so the look is definitely a symbol of solidarity coming from the First Lady.

Meghan Markle has shared her reaction to the first Black woman being nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court.

President Joe Biden will deliver his first State of the Union address to Congress on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 9 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. PT. The speech comes as Biden — and the nation — face a host of generational crises including a burgeoning war in Ukraine, an ever-shifting pandemic and the overarching threat of climate change. It will mark Biden’s second address to a joint session of Congress.

Ukraine. Another 350 million dollars (£261 million) was allocated “in defence articles and services of the Department of Defence, and military education and training”.It came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued a chilling warning to the world about Russia, stating: “This is the night they will storm”.The document was issued by the White House.

Joe Biden has confirmed that he has nominated Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to serve on the Supreme Court, making her the first-ever Black woman to be nominated to the high court.On Friday, he shared a message on Twitter which read: "I'm proud to announce that I am nominating Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to serve on the Supreme Court."MORE: The Queen hosts President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for tea at Windsor Castle - best photosHe continued: "Currently serving on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C.

Mr. Biden plans to announce Jackson, 51, as his pick on Friday, setting in motion a confirmation battle in the Senate that will play out amid Democrats' efforts to maintain their majorities in Congress in November's midterm elections.With Republicans and Democrats each controlling 50 seats in the Senate and Vice President Kamala Harris casting tie-breaking votes, Jackson will need support from all 50 Democrats — if GOP senators oppose her nomination — in order to be confirmed to the Supreme Court, which she is expected to receive. It's unclear when confirmation hearings in the Senate Judiciary Committee will begin, but Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and committee Chairman Dick Durbin have pledged to take up the nomination expeditiously.

President Joe Biden on Friday will nominate federal appeals court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court, according to a person familiar with the matter, making her the first Black woman selected to serve on a court that once declared her race unworthy of citizenship and endorsed segregation.

Jordan Moreau President Joe Biden will nominate Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, according to the Associated Press. She will be the first Black woman in U.S. history selected for the court and a landmark moment for representation.In January, Biden promised he’d nominate the first Black woman after Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement.

President Joe Biden plans to nominate Ketanji Brown Jackson, a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals in the District of Columbia, to fill the Supreme Court seat following the retirement of Stephen Breyer, according to the Associated Press and other news outlets.

President Joe Biden is expected to announce his Supreme Court nomination.

Piers Morgan found himself up against opposition over comments that President Biden had smirked while commenting to journalists about the invasion of Ukraine.