Praising Supreme Court Decision on Guns, Marco Rubio Asks Senate for Careful Examination of Elena Kagan

With the Supreme Court of the United States striking down local gun-control laws on Monday, former House Speaker and Republican U.S. Senate candidate Marco Rubio offered praise on the ruling and urged the Senate to carefully examine Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagans background.

"Todays Supreme Court ruling rightly reaffirms the constitutional right to keep and bear arms across America, regardless of where one resides, said Rubio. By striking down these unconstitutional laws, the court has correctly asserted that governments at all levels -- federal, state and local -- should be bound by this cornerstone constitutional right."

"As the confirmation hearings begin for Elena Kagan today, this ruling is a timely reminder of the important 'advise and consent' role the U.S. Senate plays regarding judicial nominations to the federal bench, added Rubio. This case demonstrates why it is so important that Democrats and Republicans conduct a rigorous and intellectually honest review of President Obamas newest Supreme Court nominee. The American people deserve no less, if we are to ensure that their constitutional rights are protected by only elevating judges who will interpret laws, not make policy from the bench.