Governor’s Statement on the Confirmation of Leo E. Strine, Jr. as Chief Justice of Delaware Supreme Court

The Delaware Senate today confirmed the nomination of Chancellor Leo E. Strine, Jr. to serve as the eighth Chief Justice of Delaware’s Supreme Court. The Governor issued this statement following the confirmation:

“The Senate’s unanimous decision to confirm Chancellor Strine further affirms his outstanding qualifications to lead Delaware’s judiciary. Today’s vote ensures our outstanding court system will continue to benefit from a Chief Justice with exceptional intellect and judgment.”

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