WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) issued the following statement on President Biden’s nomination of Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins to serve as the next United States Attorney for Massachusetts.

“Congratulations to my sister in service, D.A. Rachael Rollins, on her historic nomination. Throughout her time in office, she has fought tirelessly to transform our legal system and address the hurt and harm inflicted on Black and brown communities through generations of policy violence—prioritizing racial justice, decarceration, and reimagining public safety in Massachusetts.

“She has been a true partner in our collective work to fulfill the promise of justice for all, and she is an excellent choice to serve as next U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts. I applaud President Biden for nominating D.A. Rollins to this role.

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