Judge Maria Elena Cruz makes history of nomination to Arizona Supreme Court

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs announced the appointment of Judge Maria Elena Cruz to Arizona Supreme Court on Wednesday.

When she is formally appointed to the state’s highest court, she will be the first Latina and person with African descent nominated to the court.

She will also be one of the few women who has had a role on the bench.

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Governor Hobbs appoints Judge Maria Elena Cruz to the Supreme Court

The Governors of Arizona appoint Justices to the Supreme Court, but are obliged to choose from a predetermined list of applicants composed of a Toparts Commission.

ABC15 MORNING ANCHOR NICK CILETTI recently spoke with Chief Justice Ann Timmer, who said she would like to see even more women earn in Arizona’s High Court, but also said that profits must be the overall general qualification.

Last year, Justice Robert Brutinel announced her retirement from Arizona Supreme Court.