Harrisburg – Aug. 18, 2016 – Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa (D-Allegheny) released the following statement in support of Gov. Tom Wolf’s nomination of Bruce Beemer to serve as interim attorney general.
Former Attorney General Kathleen Kane resigned on Wednesday following her conviction by a jury in Montgomery County on charges related to leaked grand jury documents. Bruce Castor is currently serving as interim attorney general.
Beemer previously served as first deputy in the Office of Attorney General and deputy district attorney in Allegheny County. He has extensive administrative and courtroom experience. As deputy district attorney in Allegheny County he tried many drug and homicide cases.
Beemer currently services as Pennsylvania’s inspector general. His nomination is subject to Senate confirmation.
Costa’s comments follow:
“The governor has nominated an experienced administrator and prosecutor who will bring stability to the Office of Attorney General. Bruce Beemer has worked in courtrooms in Allegheny County and has ably handled administrative functions related to the attorney general’s office in Harrisburg.
“While the appointment will only be for a short period it will serve an important transition. Mr. Beemer’s steady hand, knowledge of the functions of the office and legal expertise will be very welcomed.
“I am hopeful that this nomination will be well received by the Senate.”
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