‘You are worthy’: Sen. Booker draws tears at Jackson hearing

By AARON MORRISON
Associated Press

Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey drew tears from Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson at her confirmation hearing with the words, “You are worthy,” and others like them. The Democratic senator, who is Black, delivered emotional remarks on racial progress as he addressed Jackson. Booker told her: “It’s hard for me not to look at you and not see my mom. I see my ancestors and yours.” If confirmed, Jackson will the first Black woman on the high court. During the recess, a line of people, including Jackson’s father, approached Booker and hugged him, several wiping away tears.