McKee’s Supreme Court Pick | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 10, 2026 · 1m

Governor McKee is set to pick Rhode Island’s next Supreme Court justice — a high-stakes move with major implications for his reelection. From five nominees, insiders say he’s narrowing it down to three: Family Court Judge Laureen DAmbra, Superior Court Judge Luis Matos, and former House Speaker Joe Shekarchi. Each brings unique strengths — DAmbra’s deep judicial experience and church ties, Matos’ respected legal background, and Shekarchi’s political clout — though his appointment raises questions about favoritism. The governor’s decision, expected mid-week, will face approval from both…