[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 160 (Thursday, November 13, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S12643]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONFIRMATION OF CHARLES R. BREYER TO BE UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE 
                FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA

 Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, I am delighted that the Senate has 
approved the nomination of Charles R. Breyer to be a U.S. District 
Judge for the Northern District of California.
  The American Bar Association unanimously found Mr. Breyer to be well-
qualified, its highest rating, for this appointment. He has extensive 
trial experience with the district attorney's office for the city and 
county of San Francisco, the Department of Justice Watergate Special 
Prosecution Force, and in private practice. His nomination enjoys the 
strong support of Senator Feinstein and Senator Boxer.
  The Northern District of California has 3 vacancies out of 14 
judgeships and desperately needs Charles Breyer to help manage its 
growing backlog of cases.
  I am delighted for Mr. Breyer and his distinguished family that he 
was confirmed. He will make a fine judge.

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