WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (Ga-01) released the following statement today after President Obama nominated federal appeals court judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court of the United States:
“For eight years, President Obama and his administration have ignored the Constitution, the rule of law and the balance of power. Confirming a nominee from this Administration could fundamentally alter the balance of the court with someone who shares that view. The next Justice could have a bigger impact on our political process than the next President. I strongly support Senate leadership’s decision to wait to confirm a new Supreme Court Justice until a new President takes office next year and urge them to stand strong in their decision.
“Rather than railroading through a last minute appointment, let’s put this to the American people. I hope each candidate for President will put forward what they are looking for in a judge or the kind of person they would nominate. Then let the American people decide at the ballot box.”
