Honorable Charles Grassley
United States Senator, Iowa, Republican
Charles Grassley was first elected to the U.S. Senate in November 1980. He is chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee. The following is excerpted from Senator Grassley’s October 5, 2018, remarks during the Senate floor debate on confirmation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. One hundred days ago, Justice [Anthony] Kennedy announced his retirement from the Supreme Court. Shortly thereafter, on July 9, the president announced the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to serve as the newest justice. Judge Kavanaugh has spent 25 years of his career in public service. He spent the last 12 years on…
