Herbert Hoover actually said...

"The Constitution provides that the President shall first nominate and then, with the advice and consent of the Senate, make the appointment."

"I keenly realize the difficulties of your own personal situation."

"It is apparent, therefore, that I have an independent obligation, as President, to nominate men for the federal judiciary who are not subject to any question as to their fitness."

"Embassies, legations, and other missions are hereby authorized to follow the instructions pertaining to citizenship set forth in Article X of the Consular Regulations."