"When a nation uses their improperly gained or intelligence-gained information to take policy positions that impact another nation's democracy, then that raises real serious matters."
"The Office of Attorney General of the United States is not a normal political office, and anyone who holds it must have total fidelity to the laws and the Constitution of the United States."
"I am very concerned that the recent jump in the violent crime and murder rates are not anomalies, but the beginning of a dangerous trend."
"The message must be clear: Everyone is expected to do their duty."
"You know that I revere the Constitution, that I am committed to the rule of law; and you know that I believe in fairness and impartiality and equal justice under law."
"I said in 1986 that NAACP represents one of the greatest forces for reconciliation and racial advancement of any entity in the country, probably number one."
"I would like to see it more skill-based, and I think that would be helpful."
"I want to thank President-elect Donald Trump for the confidence and trust he has shown in me by nominating me to serve as the Attorney General of the United States."
"I want to thank my dear friends and colleagues, Senator Richard Shelby and Senator Susan Collins, for their kind and generous introductions."
"These are not the actions of an individual who is motivated by racial animus."
"Jeff Sessions is a person of integrity, a principled leader, and a dedicated public servant."