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Walberg Statement on Joan Larsen’s Confirmation

November 1, 2017

Washington, D.C.—Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) released the following statement after the bipartisan Senate vote to confirm Michigan Supreme Court Justice and resident of Michigan's 7th District, Joan Larsen, to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

"I'm delighted that one of Michigan's finest jurists is joining the Sixth Circuit. Joan Larsen is highly regarded across the legal profession for her intellect, thoughtfulness, and fidelity to the rule of law. Throughout her career, Joan Larsen has served our state with integrity and distinction, and in this new role, there's no question she will make an exceptional federal judge for years to come."

Congressman Walberg serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Education and the Workforce Committee as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions. For more information on Walberg's work in Congress visit walberg.house.gov.