Durbin Statement on the Nomination of Michael Mukasey for U.S. Attorney General

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September 17, 2007 -- [Washington, D.C.] – The Senate Assistant Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-IL) today released the following statement on the nomination of Micahel Mukasey for U.S. Attorney General:

"On this 220th anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution, we should recall the important role the Attorney General plays in defending the sanctity of this foundational document. The American people will not tolerate another Attorney General who defends torture, warrantless surveillance, and the politicization of the Department of Justice. "

"Judge Mukasey has a distinguished record of public service, and I hope his background as a member of the federal judiciary will give him the independence and integrity necessary for the job of Attorney General."

"During the upcoming nomination process, I will ask Judge Mukasey about his commitment to safeguarding the fundamental constitutional rights of all Americans while fighting a smarter, more effective war on terrorism. I hope that the Administration will cooperate with the Senate Judiciary Committee by providing relevant information so that the Senate can consider this nomination in a fair and timely manner. "

Senator Durbin has served on the Senate Judiciary Committee for 8 years. The Judiciary Committee is charged with holding confirmation hearings for the Attorney General.

Source: Senator Dick Durbin