WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Senate confirmed three West Virginians Tuesday to positions in the Trump administration.
State Senator Mike Stuart, R-Kanawha, was confirmed to serve as the General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
The Senate also confirmed former Del. Moore Capito, the son of U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, as the U.S. Attorney for Southern West Virginia and Jefferson County Prosecutor Matt Harvey as the U.S. Attorney for Northern West Virginia.
U.S. Senator Jim Justice applauded the confirmation votes.
“This is a proud moment for the state of West Virginia. Today, the Senate confirmed three exceptional public servants from our great state to serve in high-level federal roles. Michael Stuart, Moore Capito, and Matt Harvey are rock-solid leaders who represent the very best of our state,” Justice said in a statement. “I thank my colleagues for voting to confirm them, and I am absolutely confident they will do a great job and make our state proud,”
Senator Capito released a statement on Stuart’s confirmation:
“Mike Stuart brings a strong history of legal and government service in West Virginia, including his prior tenure as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia. As HHS’ lead appropriator, I look forward to working with him in his new role and am confident that he will serve with distinction, ensuring the agency operates with accountability, clarity, and respect for the law,” Capito said.
“West Virginians are fortunate to have two individuals of such high integrity and proven commitment to public service confirmed to serve as United States Attorneys. Both Matt Harvey and Moore Capito bring strong legal experience and a steadfast dedication to upholding the law and keeping our communities safe. As U.S. Attorneys, they will play a critical role in advancing justice, supporting law enforcement, and protecting the people of our great state. I was proud to vote to confirm both of them, and I look forward to working together to continue strengthening our state and advancing President Trump’s commitment to law and order,” Capito said.
Stuart will resign his seat in the Senate and Harvey will step down as county prosecutor.
Harvey has already resigned as the chair of the West Virginia First Foundation Board of Directors.