Lisa Murkowski: “What we do to ensure, from a national security perspective, our opportunities as a Nation--and again, from a security…”

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

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

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.

Alaska is a cornerstone of American defense; investments like this from the Coast Guard are critical as we work to improve infrastructure on bases across the state to maintain our national security.