“After a 166-day waiting period, the Senate has finally confirmed Loretta Lynch as the United States Attorney General.Though her confirmation was long overdue, today marks a historic moment as the first African-American woman in United States history becomes our nation’s Attorney General.
From her stellar record as a federal prosecutor, to her prestigious academic pedigree, her experiences have prepared her to enforce and uphold both the letter and the spirit of the United States Constitution at the highest level. Congratulations to Ms. Lynch. I am truly looking forward to her extraordinary leadership as our nation's top law enforcement officer.” - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
