    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book I)]
    [May 26, 2006]
    [Page 1033]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Confirmation of Robert J. Portman as Director of the Office of Management and Budget
    May 26, 2006

        I commend the Senate for confirming Rob Portman as Director of the
    Office of Management and Budget. In this key position, Rob will have a
    leading role on my economic team and will help ensure that the
    Government spends the taxpayers' money wisely, or not at all. In
    addition, Rob will be in charge of implementing my goal of cutting the
    budget deficit in half by 2009 while funding our priorities. The
    American people deserve results for every hard-earned dollar they send
    to Washington. Rob is a man of character and will perform his duties
    with dedication and integrity. I congratulate Rob and his family on
    today's confirmation and thank him for his continued service to our
    Nation.