Ayotte Supports Confirmation of Loretta Lynch as Attorney General

Statement

U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) announced today that she will vote to confirm Loretta Lynch as the next United States Attorney General. She released the following statement:

"Attorney General Eric Holder's dismal performance and failure to follow and enforce the law for the past seven years has eroded Americans' confidence in the Department of Justice's ability to fulfill its responsibility to ensure that justice is administered fairly and equally. It's time for a new leader at the Department.

"Ms. Lynch is a well-respected U.S. attorney with a proven record and significant experience handling difficult cases. After meeting with her and reviewing her qualifications, I believe she is clearly qualified and has the necessary experience to serve as Attorney General, and I will support her confirmation. While I continue to have concerns with President Obama's unilateral immigration actions, I have received written assurance from Ms. Lynch that she will respect both the current court injunction barring implementation of the president's November 2014 executive action as well as whatever final decision results from the federal judicial system's review process."

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