From Cornell William Brooks, President and CEO:
“We applaud the U.S. Senate for the historic confirmation of Loretta Lynch. She will serve as a relentless defender of the rights of all Americans. She will lead in situating the U.S. Department of Justice as our country’s enforcer of our civil rights. As an attorney with extraordinary depth, breath and length of service, in both the public and private sector, Ms. Lynch has successfully managed some of the most complex, diverse, and important cases in our country earning the trust and respect of those she serves. For 15 years she served as a prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York, the federal prosecutor’s office that covers nearly 8 million people in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Long Island, New York. Under her leadership, Ms. Lynch’s office has vigorously defended the nation against terrorism and organized crime.  She successfully convicted terrorists including individuals who plotted to bomb the Federal Reserve Bank and the New York City subway system, and she has prosecuted some of New York’s most violent and notorious gang members. Her dedication to protecting civil rights and ensuring equal justice is deeply ingrained. Her commitment to public service is unwavering, as is her focus on improving the criminal justice system, recognizing that there is still much more work to be done to make it smarter and fairer. Ms. Lynch will lead the U.S. Department of Justice, and the United States, with an integrity and strength that is sorely needed at this time.”

  From Roslyn M. Brock, Chairman of the National Board of Directors:
“The confirmation of Loretta Lynch by the U.S. Senate is a historic and much needed victory. The American people deserve a strong and fearless advocate to protect their civil rights. Ms. Lynch has a reputation for fairness and justice. After more than 165 days and thousands of calls and letters from concerned citizens, Ms. Lynch’s confirmation is a long overdue vote in the right direction. The NAACP looks forward to working with Attorney General Loretta Lynch as she begins to address the nation’s law enforcement policies that have been severely tested. As the nation’s top prosecutor, we are confident she will lead with both courage and distinction.”