Video: Heated exchange at Senate Judiciary Committee hearing

Republicans and Democrats clash over Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court nomination

Jackson is the first Black woman to be nominated to the Supreme Court

A heated exchange took place at the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court nomination on Tuesday. Republicans and Democrats clashed over Jackson's record, her judicial philosophy, and her qualifications for the job.

One of the most contentious moments came when Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) accused Jackson of being "soft on crime." Graham cited Jackson's record as a federal judge, arguing that she had been too lenient in sentencing defendants in certain cases.

Jackson defended her record, saying that she had always imposed sentences that were fair and appropriate under the law. She also said that she believed in the importance of rehabilitation, and that she had worked to ensure that defendants had access to the resources they needed to succeed after they were released from prison.

The exchange between Graham and Jackson was just one of several heated moments during the hearing. Republicans and Democrats also clashed over Jackson's views on abortion, affirmative action, and the death penalty.

Despite the contentious moments, the hearing is expected to continue for several more days. The committee is scheduled to vote on Jackson's nomination on April 4th.

Conclusion

The Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court nomination has been a contentious affair, with Republicans and Democrats clashing over Jackson's record, her judicial philosophy, and her qualifications for the job. The hearing is expected to continue for several more days before the committee votes on Jackson's nomination on April 4th.