Chuck Schumer actually said...

"His experience in trade matters makes him one of the most qualified lawyers to be nominated to this important court."

"I think that is a good question, and it is one that bears significantly on the task of statutory construction and interpretation."

"Again, like Senator Nelson, we know the care with which you nominate people or send people to the President to be nominated, and so that will matter a lot to the Committee."

"As a New Yorker, I look forward to having him join our city because the International Court of Trade sits in New York, and it is one of the most crucial courts in our country, and he would be a welcom..."