Justice David Souter has reportedly told the White House that he will retire from the Supreme Court at the end of the court’s term in June. Justice Souter’s retirement would give President Obama his first pick for the high court. Adam Liptak, the Supreme Court correspondent for the New York Times, joins The Takeaway to discuss what role Souter played in the high court and who are likely replacements for him.
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