>> reporter: and republican josh hawley previewing a line of attack, accusing jackson of being soft on crime, highlighting her sentencing decisions in child pornography cases. >> in every case, in each of these seven, judge jackson handed down a lenient sentence that was below what the federal guidelines recommended and below what prosecutors requested. >> reporter: but democrats highlighting the jackson's nomination has been endorsed by numerous law enforcement officials and the fraternal order of police >> she hails from a law enforcement family no, she's not soft on crime. >> reporter: and hailing her groundbreaking selection. >> this is not a normal day for america. we have never had this moment before. >> reporter: if confirmed, jackson pledging to be independent and neutral. >> thank you for this historic chance to join the highest court, to work with brilliant colleagues, to inspire future generations, and to