On the recordMay 22, 2013
Confirming an outstanding nominee like Mr. West to that position as quickly as possible will help ensure the smooth running of the Department.
Source
congress.govEditor's note · Context
Whitehouse emphasizes the importance of swiftly confirming West as Associate Attorney General.
Share
More from Sheldon Whitehouse
Jul 12, 2026
I have received allegations that the Kennedy Center has conducted rushed renovation and maintenance work with disregard to its commitments to Congress and the federal contracting standards the Center has long applied to its own…
Jul 31, 2026
We cracked $4 again per gallon last weekend in gas stations that I drove by, and that’s a big expense, particularly for families that get their income from driving around from job to job in the work van or the work truck.
Jun 30, 2026
In Rhode Island and across the country, blind workers deserve the chance to pursue meaningful careers without risking their financial stability.
Other voices in this conversation
