Senator Blumenthal Statement on Confirmation of Susan Carney to Second Circuit Court of Appeals

(Washington, DC) – Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) released the following statement today following the confirmation of Susan Carney to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

“Susan Carney will be a determined and dedicated judge. Strong bipartisan support for her confirmation sets a mold for future action, and I congratulate members of both parties who have put politics aside to fill this crucial vacancy. Ms. Carney has served admirably as counsel to Yale University and has a distinguished record of respect for legal principles that is integral to maintaining the integrity of our judicial system. I have no doubt that she will be a fair and impartial jurist in all cases that come before her.”

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