Graham Celebrates Confirmation of Sheria Clarke to be Federal District Court Judge for South Carolina

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today celebrated Sheria Clarke being confirmed as a U.S. District Court Judge for South Carolina. She was confirmed by a vote of 52 to 38. “I am very pleased that the Senate has confirmed Sheria Clarke as a U.S. District Court Judge for South Carolina with a bipartisan vote. With extraordinary credentials, an impeccable character and a deep commitment to the rule of law, Ms. Clarke is exactly the kind of person who should be a federal judge,” said Senator Graham . “I am fully confident that Judge Clarke will apply the law fairly to all South Carolinians. Once again, I would like to thank President Trump for making such an outstanding pick.” Background on Sheria Clarke’s nomination: On February 12, President Trump nominated Sheria Clarke to serve on the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina. Clarke’s many accomplishments include working under former U.S. Congressman Trey Gowdy (R-South Carolina) and serving as a federal prosecutor in South Carolina. Throughout this process, Senator Graham was unwavering in his support for Ms. Clarke. As a senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, he successfully advocated to advance her nomination through the committee. During President Trump’s first term, Senator Graham worked with him to confirm a record number of federal judges who have upheld the original meaning of the Constitution and our nation’s laws. Graham’s backing of Clarke exemplifies his continued commitment to help President Trump place qualified jurists on the federal bench for life. ####