WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley issued the following news release:

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today issued a statement regarding the Trump administration's announcement of a new Assistant Attorney General position focused on uprooting waste, fraud and abuse:

"As we've seen in Minnesota, government fraudsters are active, and their dishonest deeds are hurting hardworking Americans. This is welcome and timely news from the Department of Justice. I applaud the Trump administration's ongoing work to address waste, fraud and abuse, and ensure those who steal from American taxpayers are held accountable. Once President Trump selects his candidate for this important position, I look forward to leading th...