Inhofe, Lankford Announce Judicial Nominees for the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma

Statement

U.S. Sens. Jim Inhofe and James Lankford (R-Okla.) today announced the nomination of Judge Suzanne Mitchell and Scott Palk for federal judgeship positions for the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma.

"I'm pleased that the White House has nominated Judge Suzanne Mitchell and Scott Palk to the U.S. Federal Court for the Western District, and I congratulate both nominees," Inhofe said. "This nomination process for these seats has been unnecessarily long, and so I am pleased it has come to a conclusion with two very capable nominees. I fully support their nominations because they have distinguished service in the public sector, valuable private sector experience, and the temperament to serve the state, the interest of justice, and the parties who appear in their courts."

"Both Judge Mitchell and Scott Palk are impressive nominees for the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma," Lankford said. "We look forward to their nomination hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee and confirmation by the full Senate. Though I have had many disagreements with the White House, we agree that Judge Mitchell and Scott Palk are fair-minded and will uphold the strict rule of law. I am confident they will serve our state and nation well."

Source