FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                     Rubio Press Team
February 22, 2016           

Senator Orrin Hatch Endorses Marco Rubio For President

Today, Utah Senator Orrin Hatch endorsed Marco Rubio for president. Conservatives continue to rally behind Marco, and his vision for the country. Senator Hatch is joining all four of Utah's House members, Rep. Mia Love, Rep. Jason Chaffetz, Rep. Chris Stewart, and Rep. Rob Bishop, in supporting Marco for president.

Senator Hatch is the President pro tempore of the United States Senate, and is the Senate Finance Chairman, and former Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Senator Hatch was first elected to the United States Senate in 1977.

"In these difficult times, it is critical for Republicans to nominate a candidate who understands both the challenges and opportunities confronting America in the 21st century," said Senator Orrin Hatch. "Marco Rubio has demonstrated sound judgment in foreign affairs during his time in the Senate as well as articulating a vision for how to rejuvenate America’s economy. Marco Rubio is also the only candidate in the race capable of uniting our party and reaching independent voters we need to win the White House. Marco has a unique ability to effectively communicate detailed, conservative plans in a way that attracts people who do not normally vote for Republicans. It is for all of these reasons that I am proud to support Marco Rubio for president."
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