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politics25 days ago•13 min saved

Blanche Two-Day Senate Hearing Sets Path to AG Confirmation

The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled a two-day confirmation hearing for Todd Blanche to be Attorney General on July 15–16, with a potential full-Senate vote before the August recess if he can win Republican support. Democrats are expected to oppose him, and a single Republican vote could block advancement, as Sens. Tillis and Cornyn remain noncommittal. Blanche, currently acting attorney general while serving as deputy, faces scrutiny over his Trump ties and policy moves such as the proposed $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund. The article also covers related Capitol updates on Iran war powers votes, a housing bill deal, and Hal Duncan’s OMB confirmation hearing.)

via Politico|

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business2 months ago•25 min saved

Warsh defends Fed independence as confirmation hearing unfolds amid scrutiny

Kevin Warsh’s Senate confirmation hearing framed a debate over Fed independence: he pledged he would not be a Trump puppet, signaled support for regime-change to rein in inflation, and argued for transparent, deliberative policymaking while pushing back against premature rate guidance and press-conference norms. Democrats pressed on his 2007-08 crisis role, wealth disclosures and potential conflicts, including crypto holdings and Epstein ties, and Republicans highlighted his independence. The path to a final vote remains uncertain, complicated by a DOJ investigation into Powell and a potential hold‑up from Sen. Tillis, with a vote possibly looming in May.

via CNBC|

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us-politics2 months ago•4 min saved

Warsh's bid for Fed chair faces turbulent confirmation as Powell's term ends

Trump's pick to lead the Fed, Kevin Warsh, faces a tense Senate Banking Committee confirmation as Powell's term ends; Democrats push for a delay amid a DOJ probe into Powell and a Fed governor, while Republicans including Thom Tillis vow to block Warsh until the probe is resolved, signaling a potentially turbulent transition for the central bank that could unsett le markets.

via The Guardian|

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economy2 months ago•5 min saved

Warsh pledges earned, strictly independent Fed on rates

Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh will tell lawmakers at his confirmation hearing that monetary policy independence must be earned and is essential, resisting political pressure while prioritizing price stability. He says the Fed should listen to diverse views but stay in its lane on policy, committing to accountability and to working with the Administration and Congress on non-monetary matters. He stresses that inflation is a responsibility of the Fed and that keeping it low protects the most vulnerable.

via Politico|

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politics3 months ago•4 min saved

Mullin’s DHS bid clears committee amid party-line clash

The Senate Homeland Security Committee advanced Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to be the next Homeland Security secretary by an 8-7 vote, in a clash that saw Rand Paul oppose and John Fetterman break with Democrats to back Mullin after tense confirmation hearings.

via Politico|

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politics3 months ago•7 min saved

Mullin vows bipartisan DHS leadership and policy tweaks at confirmation hearing

At his DHS secretary confirmation hearing, Senator Markwayne Mullin pledged bipartisan cooperation, signaled rolling back some Trump-era immigration policies, and said immigration officers would generally need a judge’s warrant before entering private property. He apologized for past remarks about a Minneapolis shooting victim and framed leadership as steady and communicative, while Democrats pressed on temperament and policy amid Noem’s firing and ongoing immigration controversies.

via Los Angeles Times|

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politics3 months ago•5 min saved

Mullin Signals DHS Shift Amid Funding Fight and ICE Scrutiny

During Markwayne Mullin’s Homeland Security confirmation hearing, he defended his record and pledged a broad, inclusive approach as secretary, while facing tough questions about ICE warrants, detention facilities, and a government funding shutdown; the three-hour session also highlighted a controversy over his past remarks about a detainee, a combative exchange with Rand Paul, and a notable handshake with Teamsters president Sean O’Brien as a committee vote to advance the nomination looms.

via BBC|

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politics3 months ago•5 min saved

Paul grills Mullin over anger issues in DHS secretary confirmation

During Mullin's confirmation hearing to be Homeland Security Secretary, Sen. Rand Paul accused him of having “anger issues” and pressed Mullin to address past remarks insulting Paul and a 2017 assault, arguing a leader who endorses violence isn’t fit to lead DHS. Mullin defended himself, saying he would set aside partisan bickering to earn the job but did not apologize for prior comments. The hearing also featured a dispute over who could introduce Mullin, with Sen. Katie Britt blocked from doing so, and Democrats signaling the nomination could advance to a full Senate vote.

via CBS News|

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politics3 months ago•7 min saved

Clash at DHS hearing as Paul grills Mullin over past insults and remarks about violence

Senate Homeland Security Committee Chair Rand Paul pressed Markwayne Mullin during Mullin’s confirmation hearing for Homeland Security secretary, confronting past comments including Mullin’s “freaking snake” dig at Paul and his praise of a historic caning; Mullin defended his bluntness and refused to apologize, while Paul signaled the hearing could be slowed by the exchange though leaders expect the nomination to proceed.

via Politico|

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politics3 months ago•15 min saved

Mullin Faces Senate Clash Over DHS Funding at Confirmation Hearing

At Markwayne Mullin’s DHS secretary confirmation hearing, Republicans pressed for funding the department amid the shutdown while Democrats urged funding for TSA, FEMA and the Coast Guard and pushed reforms; Rand Paul challenged Mullin’s rhetoric on violence and leadership, Mullin defended his record and pledged to follow the law and unite DHS, as lawmakers debated border policy and oversight.

via CBS News|

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politics3 months ago•8 min saved

Mullin’s DHS test: GOP bets on steady leadership, Democrats wary

Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s confirmation to lead the Department of Homeland Security is framed as a test of whether he can steady the agency and secure funding during a partial government shutdown, with Republicans pressing him on FEMA and immigration policy while Democrats remain skeptical he’ll depart from the Trump-era approach amid White House influence and Mullin’s own ties and wealth.

via Politico|

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politics4 months ago•15 min saved

Paul targets mid-March for Mullin's DHS confirmation hearing

Senate Republicans are aiming to hold a March 18 confirmation hearing for Sen. Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, with Rand Paul saying the date depends on paperwork as GOP leaders rush to tee up a quick floor vote; Mullin has at least some Democratic support, while Trump pushes a major elections bill (SAVE America Act) and lawmakers weigh tactics like a “talking filibuster” to push it past obstacles.

via Politico|

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health4 months ago•3 min saved

Means Walks a Fine Line on Vaccines in Senate Hearing

During a Senate confirmation hearing, surgeon general nominee Casey Means said vaccines save lives and supports vaccination but did not unequivocally urge people to get vaccinated, instead emphasizing individuals should discuss medical decisions with their doctors and signaling a broader focus on chronic disease; she avoided firm stances on vaccine recommendations and acknowledged ongoing autism research while facing questions from lawmakers.

via Axios|

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politics8 months ago•5 min saved

Confirmation Hearing for Trump’s Surgeon General Nominee Postponed Due to Personal Reasons

The Senate confirmation hearing for President Trump's nominee for surgeon general, Dr. Casey Means, was postponed due to her going into labor. Means, a controversial figure due to her skepticism of traditional medicine, lack of active medical license, and past comments on vaccines and contraception, has faced criticism from public health experts. Her nomination has stirred debate over her qualifications and potential influence on public health policy.

via NBC News|

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politics8 months ago•4 min saved

Senate Hearing to Examine Surgeon General Nominee Casey Means Amid Controversies

Dr. Casey Means, a wellness influencer with limited medical licensing and controversial views on health topics, is facing a Senate confirmation hearing for Surgeon General, amid opposition from public health experts and concerns over her qualifications and potential conflicts of interest.

via NPR|

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