Justice Scalia will be remembered as a giant of American jurisprudence.
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN Texas U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued this statement following the death of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia:
Justice Scalia dedicated his life to upholding the Constitution. Brilliant principled and resolute in his beliefs he embodied the virtues of a prudent jurist. The author of some of the most consequential and best-written Supreme Court opinions Justice Scalia will be remembered as a giant of American jurisprudence.
Justice Scalias commitment to the law was unwavering and his devotion to his faith and to his family was unquestionable. Sandy and I are saddened by todays news and our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time."
Senator John Cornyn a Republican from Texas is a member of the Senate Judiciary and Finance Committees.