“Again, I congratulate Milla Santapaola on this impressive accomplishment.”
“Again, I congratulate Holden Schoen on this impressive accomplishment.”
“I do not doubt that she will succeed in her future academic and military career.”
“I am confident that Milla's time in Annapolis will be similarly impactful for her.”
“I am confident that Holden's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him.”
“Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress.”

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On the recordJanuary 31, 2012
My decision to oppose his confirmation by the Senate has nothing to do with his qualifications.
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Mike Lee
Republican · Utah
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Senator Lee explains his opposition to a nominee despite acknowledging their qualifications.

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