Lisa Murkowski: “I have given you my assessment and the assessment of so many of the veterans who are coming to my office.”

I join Alaskans in condolences as we learn of the plane crash in Cape Newenham today.

Kyle brings extensive knowledge of both our state and our court system to the federal bench, having served the District of Alaska as a federal prosecutor and U.S. Magistrate Judge, a position he has held in Alaska for the past five years.

Alaska is praying for those on board, their loved ones, and the team at Security Aviation.

This is an individual that is not only qualified for this position, he is ready to hit the ground running as a U.S. District Court judge.