A new North Carolina Supreme Court justice was appointed by Gov. Roy Cooper (D-NC) on Monday. Allison Riggs, an appellate judge, became the youngest woman in state history to serve on the highest court.
“The need for fair-minded, even-handed, honest, experienced judges is more important than ever as our society and our courts wrestle with many critical issues," Cooper said in a press statement.The Democratic governor filled the vacancy left by Supreme Court Justice Michael Morgan, who stepped down last week amid talks of a run for governor.
While Morgan has yet to confirm his 2024 plans amid speculation, he told WRAL-TV in August that he still has “a desire to make a difference in the state of North Carolina.” Morgan was one of two Democrats on the state Supreme Court, the other being Justice Anita Earls. Riggs, a Democrat, announced she’ll run next year for a full eight-year term on the court.Cooper also appointed Judge Carolyn Thompson to serve on the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Thompson was a deputy commissioner on the North Carolina Industrial Commission before her new role.
“I am grateful for the willingness of Judge Riggs and Judge Thompson to serve our state’s judicial system in these new roles,” Cooper said. “They each have deep experience and admirable careers of public service that will continue to bring value, honor and integrity to the judicial branch of state government.”
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