Justice Jackson's Broadway Cameo Raises Questions About Judicial Impartiality

The Supreme Court justice's appearance in the LGBTQ+-themed musical '& Juliet' draws criticism as the court considers a major transgender rights case.

• Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson performed a one-time cameo in the Broadway musical '& Juliet,' becoming the first sitting Supreme Court justice to appear on stage in such a role.
• The musical reimagines Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' with a focus on LGBTQ+ themes, including a nonbinary character central to the story.
• Critics argue that Jackson's participation in the production, which they view as ideologically charged, could undermine perceptions of judicial impartiality as the Supreme Court deliberates a landmark transgender rights case.
• Conservative commentators have drawn comparisons to past ethical scrutiny of justices like Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, accusing liberals of a double standard in their responses to judicial conduct.
• Supporters of Jackson highlight her personal fulfillment in participating, while detractors, including filmmaker Justine Bateman, have mocked the performance as inappropriate for a sitting justice.

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