Thomas Daschle: “the plaintiff in Lockhart versus United States brought a civil action in May 1996 in Federal District Court in the…”

“the plaintiff in Lockhart versus United States brought a civil action in May 1996 in Federal District Court in the Western District of Washington. The suit is against the United States and a number of legislative, executive, and judicial branch officials, including Senator Lott and then-Senator Dole, as well as various members of President Clinton's Cabinet. The plaintiff seeks damages for a variety of injuries that he alleges the defendants inflicted upon him. The complaint's only connection with the majority leader and former Senator Dole consists of vague references to statutes that Congress has passed or repealed. The complaint fails to establish any legitimate grievance with Senator Lott or Senator Dole. This resolution authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent these Members in this action.”