Politics

Takeaways from Day 3 of Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation hearings

By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press

It's not just Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson who is being scrutinized. Senators are also being watched at this milestone moment considering the first Black woman for the high court.

WATCH: Jackson says a diverse judicial branch 'bolsters public confidence in our system'

By Laura Santhanam

When people see that the judicial branch is comprised of a variety of people, the Supreme Court nominee said, it builds confidence that the rulings handed down are “fair and just and that everything has been considered.”…

WATCH: Asked about compassion, Jackson says public safety and rehabilitation were her goals

By Laura Santhanam

Sen. Thom Tillis suggested that Ketanji Brown Jackson’s compassion “could lead to bad results” when it comes to recidivism. A former trial judge, Jackson responded her “attempts to communicate directly with defendants is about public safety.”…

Supreme Court declines to give update on Justice Thomas hospitalization status

By Associated Press

The Supreme Court is declining to say whether 73-year-old Justice Clarence Thomas remains in the hospital. He had been expected to be released by Tuesday evening.

DeSantis weighs in on college swim competition, signing proclamation denouncing trans athlete

By Associated Press

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is jumping into the conversation about a transgender swimmer who won a collegiate title by declaring the runner-up as the real winner.

Former Trump aide Manafort removed from flight due to revoked passport

By Associated Press

Former Trump adviser Paul Manafort was removed from a plane at Miami International Airport before it took off for Dubai because he carried a revoked passport.

California governor signs law that makes abortions cheaper

By Adam Beam, Associated Press

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new law to make abortions cheaper for people on private insurance plans.

Biden says the potential for Russian use of chemical weapons 'real threat'

By Associated Press

There are fears that Russia could use chemical or nuclear weapons as its invasion stalls amid logistical problems and fierce Ukrainian resistance.

Biden seeks new sanctions, help for Ukrainians in Europe

By Chris Megerian, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press

President Joe Biden's trip to Europe comes at a critical moment for the war in Ukraine, which could become a bloody stalemate as Russia pummels cities with airstrikes and artillery.

WATCH: Sen. Cory Booker defends Jackson against GOP attacks during confirmation hearing

By Associated Press

After Republican senators attacked Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown, accusing her of being soft on crime, Democratic Sen. Cory Booker offered a spirited defense of the federal judge.