Kim, Booker Statement on Confirmation of Emil Bove

WASHINGTON, D.C.–Today, U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement:
“Emil Bove’s confirmation to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit is a blow to the guiding principles of judicial independence and impartiality. During his confirmation process, it became clear that Bove has a contempt for both. ​​His professional record is marred by a pattern of abusive behavior, ethical breaches, and disdain for the norms of judicial integrity. These transgressions have drawn the condemnation of judges, members of the legal community, and even his peers.
“Throughout this process, it became clear that our Republican colleagues had no interest in a thorough or fair examination of his record. They repeatedly dismissed credible evidence and even disparaged multiple whistleblowers who risked their professional reputation to come forward with concrete proof of misconduct. An honest evaluation of his record would lead any person to conclude that Emil Bove should be nowhere near the federal bench.
“The people of New Jersey deserve a federal judge who will uphold the rule of law, remain immune from undue influence, and preserve and secure justice for all. And the people of America deserve Senators who honor their constitutional duty to rigorously scrutinize and responsibly consent to judicial nominations. Today, neither of those things happened. New Jersey will bear the burden of Senate Republicans’ cowardice.”
THE FACTS ABOUT EMIL BOVE:

Hart Senate Office BuildingSuite 520Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: (202) 224-4744
210 Hudson StreetHarborside 3, Suite 1000Jersey City, NJ 07311
Phone: (201) 377-0900
208 White Horse PikeSuite 18Barrington, NJ 08007
Phone: (856) 757-5353