WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement after President Obama nominated Solicitor General Elena Kagan to serve as Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court:

“The Senate will give Ms. Kagan a fair confirmation process.  It is crucial that we have time to thoroughly examine her record.  Every American has a right to know about a nominee’s experience and the standard they will apply in judging future cases.

“In light of the recently passed health care legislation, I look forward to speaking with Ms. Kagan about the constitutionality of the new health insurance mandate.  Her response will shine a light on her fundamental judicial interpretation of the Constitution.  

“We need a Justice who is impartial, and will allow the facts and Constitution to speak.  It is a Justice’s responsibility to apply the law, not to write it.”

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