Dick Durbin: “Changes of this magnitude with no discernible justification must be scrutinized.”

Amid these challenges, judges have performed their duties capably and courageously. I have implored executive branch officials and my colleagues in Congress to support our judges in the face of these attacks.

We ask that you immediately provide all committee records that you have withheld, commit to fully complying with Senate Rules XXVI and XXVII going forward, and apologize to Mr. Smith on behalf of the Committee.

It is a true honor to receive the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award from the FBA Chapter here in Chicago.

Public executions have no place in a democracy.