Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., says he will vote against the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court.
Shelby made his announcement in a statement released by his office on Friday.
"Yesterday, I had the opportunity to meet with Judge Jackson," he said. "As with any nominee to the Supreme Court, I believe it is important to carefully consider their qualifications and credentials, including their judicial philosophy, temperament, and prior decisions as a judge.
"We had a candid discussion in which I questioned her about my concerns, such as her judicial philosophy, position on court-packing, and prior sentencing record as a judge. While I enjoyed meeting Judge Jackson, her answers did not sufficiently alleviate my concerns. As such, I am unable to support her nomination to the Supreme Court."
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., has already said he will not support Jackson.
While most Republicans are expected to vote against Jackson's confirmation, Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, has come out to support her and would be expected to vote with the 48 Democrats and two independents in confirming her to the Supreme Court.
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