    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book I)]
    [February 11, 2003]
    [Page 155]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Action on the Nomination of Miguel A.
    Estrada To Be a United States Court of
    Appeals Circuit Judge
    February 11, 2003

        Last week, the Senate began floor consideration of the nomination of
    Miguel Estrada to the DC Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Estrada's
    nomination was first submitted to the Senate in May 2001--almost 2 years
    ago. Miguel Estrada is a well-qualified and well-respected nominee who
    enjoys the bipartisan support of a majority of Senators. Fairness
    demands that he receive an up-or-down vote on the Senate floor. I urge
    the Senate to act quickly and allow for an up-or-down vote on this
    worthy candidate.

    Note: The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language
    version of this statement.