February 11, 1998
I have known Bruce Babbitt for many years. He is a man of the highest integrity and a dedicated public servant. I am convinced that when this matter is concluded he will be vindicated.
I look forward to his continuing service to the American people.
William J. Clinton, Statement on Secretary of the Interior Bruce Babbitt Online by Gerhard Peters and John T. Woolley, The American Presidency Project https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/node/225168