[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.