Butterfield Statement on Confirmation of Loretta Lynch as Attorney General of the United States


WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement on the Senate confirmation of Loretta Lynch:

“Today is a historic day for our country as Loretta Lynch, a North Carolina native, becomes the first African American female to serve as our nation’s top law enforcement official.  Her experience and qualifications will be of great value as she leads the Justice Department in defending the abiding principles of the U.S. Constitution.

“Ms. Lynch is the choice of President Obama, she is the choice of the Congressional Black Caucus, and she is the best choice for all Americans.

“I applaud today’s confirmation of Loretta Lynch as the next Attorney General of the United States of America.”

 

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