Statement from AG Bob Ferguson on Jenny Durkan’s resignation as U.S. Attorney

OLYMPIA — Statement from Attorney General Bob Ferguson on Jenny Durkan’s resignation as U.S. Attorney:

"I’m grateful to Jenny Durkan for her five years of distinguished service to the people of our state as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington.

"My office has been privileged to work with her on many important issues, including protecting Washingtonians from crime, keeping our environment clean, and implementing our legalization of marijuana at the state level.

"I hate to see her go, but I wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors, and I know she’ll continue to be one of our state’s foremost leaders." 
 
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