Congressman Hodes' Statement on the Resignation of Alberto Gonzales

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Congressman Hodes' Statement on the Resignation of Alberto Gonzales

Congressman Paul Hodes released the following statement on today's resignation of Alberto Gonzales:

"Gonzales' resignation marks the end of one of the most disappointing tenures of any U.S. Attorney General. After years of partisanship and politicization, whomever the President nominates to serve as the next Attorney General should be independent enough to rebuild the public's trust in the office. I suggest someone with the stature, experience and integrity of New Hampshire 's Warren Rudman."

"Gonzales' role in the firing of eight talented and dedicated U.S. Attorneys, his memo expressly allowing the use of torture as an interrogation technique and his untenable support of wiretapping citizens all underline his profound lack of judgment. As a newly elected member of Congress and a member of the Oversight and Government Reform Committee, I hope this transition will mark the return of accountability to government and impartiality to the Justice Department."

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