WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statements after today’s confirmation votes for two of President Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees:
General James Mattis for Secretary of Defense:
“In light of the very real threats we face from ISIS and other terrorist groups, we need a military leader like General Mattis who is uniquely qualified to lead the Department of Defense. As secretary, he will build on his lifelong service to our country, and I was pleased to vote for his confirmation today.”
General John Kelly for Secretary of Homeland Security:
“Secretary Kelly is a tested leader with decades of military service and a longstanding commitment to fight the growing threat of terrorism at home and abroad. I look forward to working with him to secure our homeland and keep Americans safe.”
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