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Breyer to retire, giving Biden a court pick
Supreme Court Justice Stephen G. Breyer plans to retire at the end of the current term, according to a person familiar with his plans who spoke on the condition of anonymity. His departure will give President Biden an opportunity to nominate a replacement to reinforce the court’s liberal minority while Democrats have narrow control of the Senate. 224