Pelosi Statement on President Biden’s Nomination of Rahm Emanuel as U.S. Ambassador to Japan

San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after President Biden nominated Rahm Emanuel to serve as United States Ambassador to Japan:

"In nominating Rahm Emanuel to serve as U.S. Ambassador, President Biden has chosen a leader of immense experience and effectiveness to represent our nation in Tokyo.

"In the House and, indeed, across the nation, Rahm Emanuel is known and respected by all for his relentlessness and track record of success. His great experience, from the U.S. House to the White House, will serve our nation well, as he works to deepen one of our nation's most important alliances, champion American interests abroad and advance regional security and prosperity.

"On behalf of his many friends in Congress, we congratulate Rahm on this recognition. And we look forward to working with him to strengthen the vital and cherished bonds between the United States and Japan."