Justice Stephen Breyer is expected to announce his retirement from the U.S. Supreme Court, which will provide President Joe Biden with his first opportunity to nominate a judge to serve on the nation’s highest court.
What Happened: Breyer, who is among the court’s liberal judges, was appointed by President Bill Clinton in 1994. According to combined media reports, the 83-year-old Breyer informed Biden of his decision last week and could publicly announce his retirement as early as Thursday, with the intention of staying on the court until the conclusion of its current term.
