Brett Kavanaugh apologizes for being 'very emotional' in defensive Wall Street Journal editorial

Brett Kavanaugh implored readers to forgive him for being "emotional" in a defensive Wall Street Journal editorial published Thursday night.

The Supreme Court nominee recounted his initial Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation process before reiterating that he did not assault Dr. Christine Blasey Ford or any of the other women who came forward to accuse him of sexual assault.

"I was subjected to wrongful and sometimes vicious allegations," Kavanaugh wrote. "My time in high school and college, more than 30 years ago, has been ridiculously distorted. My wife and daughters have faced vile and violent threats."

He went on to explain his angry performance before the committee while facing questioning about the sexual assault allegations.

"I was very emotional last Thursday, more so than I have ever been," he added. "I might have been too emotional at times. I know that my tone was sharp, and I said a few things I should not have said. I hope everyone can understand that I was there as a son, husband and dad. I testified with five people foremost in my mind: my mom, my dad, my wife, and most of all my daughters."

Kavanaugh also hit back at claims that he would not be an impartial Supreme Court justice if confirmed based on the partisanship on display during his second hearing.

"Going forward, you can count on me to be the same kind of judge and person I have been for my entire 28-year legal career: hardworking, even-keeled, open-minded, independent and dedicated to the Constitution and the public good," he wrote.

"I revere the Constitution," Kavanaugh concluded. "I believe that an independent and impartial judiciary is essential to our constitutional republic."