Gallego Statement on San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro’s Nomination
Washington – U.S. Representative Pete P. Gallego (D-Alpine) issued the following statement on the nomination of Mayor Julián Castro to serve as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development:
“Congratulations to Mayor Julián Castro – one of the Lone Star State’s shining stars. He is practical, puts principle before party, works hard and will make an excellent Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
“Just as importantly, Julián will serve as an inspiration to millions of young men and women across the country and reinforce the fact that ours truly is a nation of opportunity.
“San Antonio will miss him – but our loss is the nation’s gain. I wish the Secretary-designate well in the upcoming confirmation process. I have no doubt he’ll be an outstanding member of the President’s cabinet.”
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