Chuck Schumer actually said...

I want to thank you, Ranking Member McCain, and all of my colleagues for the honor--and it is a true honor for me--to support the nomination...

we are in dire need of a less political and more independent Justice Department beginning at the very top.

I was a critic then and I am a critic now.

I am quite certain on your record and on the basis of the testimony today you will be confirmed and will be a really fine Attorney General.