I wrote Senator Stab-us-now with my opinion of Obamas intention to put Andrew Traver in charge of the BATF. I informed that putting him is charge is like putting the fox in charge of the hen house.Her is here reply.
Dear Billie,
Thank you for contacting me about the nomination of Andrew Travers to be Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). I appreciate you taking the time to share your views with me.
The Senate is charged by the Constitution with an "advice and consent" role in the appointment process, which ensures that all nominations made by the President are thoroughly reviewed. I take this Constitutional mandate very seriously, as do my colleagues.
While I understand your concerns, I support this nomination because I believe Mr. Travers has the experience necessary to lead the ATF. He has received bipartisan support from colleagues who served with him throughout his distinguished career as Chicago's ATF Chief. Should his nomination come before me for a vote, I will keep your views in mind.
Thank you again for contacting me. Please continue to keep me informed about issues of concern to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Debbie Stabenow
United States Senator
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow
The United States Senate • Washington, DC 20510