Orrin Hatch: Bill Barr Was ‘Known as the Law and Order Attorney General’

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HATCH: “Following another stint in private practice, Bill began his distinguished career at the Department of Justice under President George H.W. Bush. Bill served as the assistant attorney general for the Office of Legal Counsel. Then, as deputy attorney general and finally as attorney general of the United States. As attorney general, Bill oversaw a number of sensitive criminal investigations, including the investigation into the Pan Am flight 103 bombing. He prioritized fighting violent crime and became known as the law and order attorney general. Throughout his time at the Justice Department, Bill earned a reputation as a fierce advocate for the rule of law, as a principled and independent decision-maker, and as a lawyer’s lawyer. He has shown his commitment to the Constitution time and time again while serving our country. That is why he has been confirmed by the Senate unanimously three times.”