Orrin Hatch: “This has been the most thorough Supreme Court confirmation process that I have ever participated in.”

Those backlogs at the Social Security Administration are unacceptable to many, if not most, of us here in the Senate.

I stand by everything I said during my questioning of Mr. Saul, including concerns about budget summary data.

The Finance Committee has worked with the Treasury Department to ensure proper responsiveness to committee inquiries. We are continuing to review these matters to determine what further oversight is required.

Having a confirmed Commissioner, and sustained leadership, will benefit the Social Security Administration.