[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 142 (Tuesday, September 5, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Pages S3870-S3871]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]



                       Nomination of Jacob J. Lew

  Mr. President, finally, on Jack Lew, earlier today, President Biden 
announced that he has nominated Jack Lew to be the next Ambassador to 
Israel. Israel is one of America's most important allies and will 
remain an essential partner in the years ahead on security, tech 
innovation, and cultural ties, so it is vital we have a strong American 
Ambassador in Jerusalem.
  Mr. Lew is precisely the person for the job of Ambassador to Israel 
whom we need. As former Treasury Secretary and Chief of Staff under 
President Obama, he will bring a wealth of experience and diplomatic 
skill that will ensure the partnership between the United States and 
Israel remains strong.
  And do you know why else I know Jack Lew will do a great job? He is a 
proud Queens boy and a graduate of Forest Hills High School, which I 
used to represent in Congress.
  I commend President Biden for nominating Mr. Lew, and I look forward 
to his nomination in the Senate.
  I yield the floor.
  I suggest the absence of a quorum.
  The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The clerk will call the roll.
  The legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll.

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  Mr. McCONNELL. I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum 
call be rescinded.
  The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so 
ordered.