Senators Gregg and Sununu Support LaPlante Nomination To The U.S. District Court

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U.S. Senators Judd Gregg and John Sununu (R-NH) today made the following statements regarding President Bush's nomination of Joseph Laplante to the U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire. This nomination will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Joseph DiClerico, Jr.

Senator Judd Gregg stated, "Joe Laplante has an excellent reputation within the legal and law enforcement community in New Hampshire. As a top prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney's office and prior to that assignment, in the office of the New Hampshire Attorney General, Joe has built a solid reputation for his fair-handed approach. I have received letters and calls from those that have worked with and against Joe from within the legal community, as well as police chiefs and community leaders, all praising Joe's professionalism and his civility. I was proud to bring Joe Laplante's name forward to the White House and wholeheartedly support the nomination of Joe to serve on the U.S. District Court."

Senator John Sununu stated, "Joseph Laplante has distinguished himself in the field of law, most recently serving New Hampshire's U.S. Attorney as lead prosecutor for the New England Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force. This background and his comprehensive knowledge of federal law and the Constitution make him an excellent candidate to serve on the U.S. District Court bench. New Hampshire can be proud of Attorney Laplante's nomination and his commitment to public service."

Confirmation hearings before the U. S. Senate have not yet been scheduled.

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