Mike Sacks

November 13, 2014 | National Law Journal

Loretta Lynch's confirmation can turn as much on what she will say as on what she has said. Here's a look at past remarks on topics that include voting rights, terror trials and relations with the press.

By Mike Sacks

7 minute read

November 10, 2014 | National Law Journal

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, the presumptive chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, on Monday outlined his leadership plans—including his vow to confirm “consensus” nominations to the federal judiciary.

By Mike Sacks

2 minute read

November 08, 2014 | National Law Journal

President Barack Obama on Saturday formally announced his intent to nominate U.S. Attorney Loretta Lynch to succeed Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. as the nation's chief law enforcement officer.

By Mike Sacks

3 minute read

November 08, 2014 | New York Law Journal

President Barack Obama on Saturday formally announced his intent to nominate U.S. Attorney Loretta Lynch to succeed Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr., as the nation's chief law enforcement officer.

By Mike Sacks

3 minute read

November 07, 2014 | New York Law Journal

The republican-controlled Senate could force a stalemate on judicial nominations, leaving dozens of seats vacant, or compel the Obama administration to propose judges who might appeal to conservatives. And this is all without a Supreme Court opening in sight.

By Mike Sacks and Zoe TilLman

5 minute read

November 05, 2014 | National Law Journal

President Obama on Wednesday, addressing reporters about the midterm elections and his agenda, didn't give any hints on the timing of his pick to replace Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. And he didn't give up any names.

By Mike Sacks

2 minute read

November 04, 2014 | National Law Journal

The Republican-controlled Senate could force a stalemate on judicial nominations, leaving dozens of seats vacant, or compel the Obama administration to propose judges who might appeal to conservatives. And this is all without a Supreme Court opening in sight.

By Mike Sacks and Zoe Tillman

4 minute read