Hagan To White House: Do Not Replace George Holding Until Investigations Conclude

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U.S. Senator Kay R. Hagan (D-NC) announced today she has recommended the White House not replace George Holding, U.S. Attorney for North Carolina's Eastern District, until the conclusion of federal investigations into former Governor Mike Easley and former Senator John Edwards. In March, Hagan announced the formation of a statewide panel to screen candidates for federal appointments, including candidates for the U.S. Attorneys positions in the state. Senator Hagan called the White House to voice her concerns yesterday.

"Back in March, I announced the formation of a statewide review panel to help screen federal nominees of whom all North Carolinians, regardless of their political affiliation, will be proud," Hagan said. "To uphold that promise, I called the White House yesterday to inform them of my recommendation that President Obama not replace Mr. Holding until the ongoing investigations into John Edwards and Mike Easley are completed. It is of the utmost importance to me, as well as to the people of North Carolina, that we ensure this process is carried out as transparently and honestly as possible."

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