"We might be able to get something done that really stands by the basic view that Americans support, like legal immigration and do not like illegal immigration."
"I believe that Tom Perez will bring energy, intellect, to the office of civil rights."
"Integrity, he comes from a very hard-working immigrant family, and he has also worked to prosecute public officials for corruption."
"I sure hope we confirm Tom Perez to be that Assistant Secretary."
"Excellence, legal excellence, no political hacks; moderation--I do not like judges too far right, as Jeff knows, but I also do not like judges too far left; and diversity--I try to put as many women a..."
"Last week, President Obama announced a new initiative to crack down on offshore tax havens."
"A judge who comes to the bench with an agenda or a set of social problems he or she would like to solve is in the wrong business."
"I want to congratulate Jeff Sessions on his ascension to be the Ranking Member of the Judiciary Committee."
"I would like to pay particular attention or note particularly the letter from Nathan Hochman."
"I have known Freddie for many, many years, and he is capable, dedicated, has a great business career, but always wants to be in public service."
"I hope the Committee will approve Fred's nomination unanimously given his broad, wide, and deep credentials."