Political Quotes

“So, in conclusion, I appreciate the opportunity to be here. It looks as though we will vote on the Millett nomination maybe later today. With no personal criticism of that nominee in any way, I think it is important for us to say we just don't need these slots. We are not going to fill them. Not one of the three needs to be filled. We are not going to fill any of them. We are going to honor the finances of the American people. Once again, I express my appreciation to Senator Chuck Grassley, the ranking member of the Judiciary Committee, who has led the fight on this issue for a number of years. I have worked with him on it. We have legislation to transfer these judgeships to other places. That is what we should be doing, moving them to where they are needed. It has been great to work with Senator Grassley. I thank the Chair and yield the floor. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The Senator from North Carolina.”