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Ketanji Brown Jackson becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
Ketanji Brown Jackson has been confirmed as the next US Supreme Court Justice, becoming the first Black woman in history to hold the position.
Applause broke out on the Senate floor as Vice President Kamala Harris announced the ayes had it.
This is an historic day for the United States and follows President Joe Biden’s election promise to nominate a Black woman, seeking to further diversify the federal judiciary.
In a vote of 53 to 47, three Republicans joined the Democrats to confirm the nomination… with the whole process remaining severely partisan.
Jackson will take the position of 83-year-old Justice Breyer, with Breyer stepping down at the end of the current term around June.
However, despite Jackson’s expected liberal standpoint, the court will remain conservative… with a 6 to 3 majority.
The US Supreme Court holds a significant amount of power and influence over the nation, shaping American policy on issues including abortion, guns, voting laws and LGBTQ rights.
There have been 115 Supreme Court Justices since its establishment in 17-89, and during that time, all but three judges been white.
Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.
The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.
The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.
Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.
Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured
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