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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT PLEASED BY DELIA SMITH’S U.S. ATTORNEY NOMINATION HEADING TO THE SENATE FLOOR

For Immediate Release                             Contact: Michael J. McQuerry
February 11, 2022                                                        202-215-8524

Press Statement

CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT PLEASED BY DELIA SMITH’S U.S. ATTORNEY NOMINATION HEADING TO THE SENATE FLOOR

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett, a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, released the following statement regarding President Joe Biden’s nominee for U.S. Attorney for the Virgin Islands, Delia Smith:

“I am delighted that the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee voted yesterday to advance Ms. Smith’s nomination to the U.S. Senate floor for a vote. While Senate rules and the pandemic caused a few delays, my confidence in Ms. Smith’s nomination and eventual confirmation has never wavered.  I was glad when President Biden accepted my recommendation and nominated Ms. Smith for the position of U.S. Attorney in our territory; her achievements as a Native daughter thus far serve as great evidence of her dedication, grit and overall commitment to serving our community well.  President Biden’s commitment to appointments that represent not only the most qualified individuals but nominees that look like America is outstanding.

I look forward to Ms. Smith’s service to our country and our territory.”

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