Biden Says Black Woman Will Replace ‘Exemplary’ Breyer on Court

  • Supreme Court justice formally tells Biden he’s stepping down
  • Biden, Breyer speak at White House after announcement
Biden Pledges 'Historic Candidate' to Fill Breyer Seat
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President Joe Biden said Thursday he would fulfill his promise to nominate the first Black woman on the U.S. Supreme Court after applauding retiring Justice Stephen Breyer.

Biden said he would announce his choice by the end of February after reviewing candidates and their records. He said he has made no decisions.