Graham Applauds Judiciary Committee For Advancing Sheria Clarke's Nomination To Be A U.S. District Court Judge For South Carolina

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today celebrated the committee's advancement of Sheria Clarke's nomination to be a U.S. District Court Judge for the District of South Carolina. Ms. Clarke's nomination was reported favorably out of the committee by a vote of 15 to 7, receiving bipartisan support. Now, her nomination heads to the Senate floor for a vote. Throughout this process, Graham has strongly advocated on behalf of Clarke's nomination and remains committed to getting her confirmed by the full Senate.

"I am very pleased that the Senate Judiciary Committee has advanced Sheria Clarke's nomination to be a U.S. District Court Judge for South Carolina. With extraordinary credentials, an impeccable character and a deep commitment to the rule of law, Ms. Clarke is exactly the kind of person who should be a federal judge. I want to again thank President Trump for nominating her," said Senator Graham.

"I will continue supporting Ms. Clarke as her nomination comes to the Senate floor. I look forward to a swift and smooth confirmation and having her on the federal bench soon."

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