WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) issued the following statement upon today’s confirmation of John Kerry as Secretary of State:

“I am pleased that the Senate overwhelmingly confirmed John Kerry as Secretary of State today. As a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for almost 30 years and its current Chairman, as well as a decorated combat veteran, John is eminently qualified for this important position. I look forward to working with him to promote American values abroad and strengthen our national security.”