**Democrats and Republicans react to Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer’s retirement**
**WASHINGTON** **—** Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement on Thursday, setting in motion a high-stakes confirmation battle that will test the balance of power on the court and shape American law for decades to come.
President Biden has pledged to nominate a Black woman to replace Breyer, a move that would make history and fulfill a campaign promise. But Republicans are vowing to block any nominee they deem too liberal, setting the stage for a contentious confirmation process.
In a statement, Biden praised Breyer’s .
