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https://www.flake.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=D00A6D7D-91F1-483C-90A4-7E75B604B3DF	Flake Statement on SCOTUS Nomination	2018-09-28	2018	2018-09	Republican	House	AZ	Jeff Flake	F000444	www.flake.senate.gov			legacy	WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.) today released the following statement: After hearing more than 30 hours of testimony from Judge Kavanaugh earlier this month, I was prepared to support his nomination based on his view of the law and his record as a judge. In fact, I commented at the time that had he been nominated in another era, he would have likely received 90+ votes. When Dr. Ford's allegations against Judge Kavanaugh surfaced two weeks ago, I insisted that she be allowed to testify before the committee moved to a vote. Yesterday, we heard compelling testimony from Dr. Ford, as well as a persuasive response from Judge Kavanaugh. I wish that I could express the confidence that some of my colleagues have conveyed about what either did or did not happen in the early 1980s, but I left the hearing yesterday with as much doubt as certainty. What I do know is that our system of justice affords a presumption of innocence to the accused, absent corroborating evidence. That is what binds us to the rule of law. While some may argue that a different standard should apply regarding the Senate's advice and consent responsibilities, I believe that the constitution's provisions of fairness and due process apply here as well. I will vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh. ###	1	2026-03-30T12:14:52Z	2026-03-30T12:14:52Z