For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
February 11, 2003
Statement by the President
Last week, the Senate began floor consideration of the nomination
of Miguel Estrada to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Estrada's
nomination was first submitted to the Senate in May 2001 -- almost two
years ago. Miguel Estrada is a well-qualified and well-respected
nominee who enjoys the bipartisan support of a majority of Senators.
Fairness demands that he receive an up-or-down vote on the Senate
floor. I urge the Senate to act quickly and allow for an up-or-down
vote on this worthy candidate.
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