Mukasey Says He's Ready for Work Again

Attorney General Michael Mukasey plans to return to work this afternoon.

The Justice Department has released this note that it says Mukasey has sent to all department employees:

Dear Colleagues,

As you may have heard, I collapsed briefly last night at the conclusion of a speech. All tests at the hospital have come back with good results, and I feel fine. Accordingly, I plan to report to the Department this afternoon and to continue doing the work I swore to do last November and which it has been an honor to do with you ever since.

Thank you for your good wishes and your good work. It has been and remains an honor to serve with you.