WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., a member of the Senate Finance Committee which oversees trade policy, today issued the following statement regarding the nomination of Robert Lighthizer to serve as the United States Trade Representative and head its office:

“Ensuring free and fair trade is essential to job creation and economic growth across the nation and in Georgia, which is home to the world’s busiest airport and to two deep-water ports. I congratulate Ambassador Lighthizer on his nomination and look forward to a thorough discussion of his trade philosophy and priorities when he comes before the Finance Committee during his confirmation hearing.”

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