I think Merrick Garland is one of the best judges, not just in the country, but of his generation.

I said at the outset I would not use this appointment as a political symbol.

I've always believed that he would make an outstanding Supreme Court justice.

I once again pledge the full cooperation and support of the United States in these efforts.

This moment in our history... particularly benefits from a man who by all accounts is decent, full of integrity.

I hereby delegate to you, in consultation with the Secretary of State, the functions and authorities vested in the President by sections 102(a), 102(c), 204, and 302 of the Hizballah International Financing Prevention Act of 2015.

I hereby delegate the functions and authorities vested in the President by section 3139(a) and (b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.

The United States stands together with Belgium and France in our shared struggle against the scourge of terrorism.

People are following the fact that, increasingly, our political institutions are broken — and it troubles them.

I've always been a huge admirer of his.

It is my belief that now more than ever his voice would serve the court well.

I call upon all Americans to observe this week by taking actions to protect their families from hazardous household materials and misuse of prescription medicines.