WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A Lawrence attorney who worked as senior adviser for President Barack Obama’s presidential campaign in Kansas has confirmed that he has been recommended for the top federal law enforcement post in the state.
Dan Watkins told The Associated Press on Monday that he expects to know more about his status for the job of U.S. attorney for Kansas in about three weeks. He said Obama has not yet made the nomination.
Brian Hart, spokesman for Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., said the White House has consulted with the senator, and the discussions have been positive.
Hart says the vetting process is ongoing.
