    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book I)]
    [February 26, 1993]
    [Page 215]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Nomination for Posts at the Defense and Treasury Departments
    February 26, 1993

        President Clinton today announced his intention to nominate Jamie
    Gorelick to be General Counsel of the Department of Defense and Jean
    Hanson to be General Counsel of the Treasury Department.
        ``Jamie Gorelick and Jean Hanson are two of the most qualified
    people in the country for these important positions,'' said the
    President. ``Each of them combines impressive legal expertise and
    private sector experience with a demonstrable commitment to public
    service.''

    Note: Biographies of the nominees were made available by the Office of
    the Press Secretary.