Manchin flips against Biden’s nominee for labor secretary Julie Su because of her ‘progressive background’
’s more progressive background prevents her from doing this and for that reason, I cannot support her nomination to serve as Secretary of Labor.”as deputy labor secretary two years ago. However, he has increasingly voted against Mr. Biden’s nominees as the 2024 election draws near, even as he remains undecided on reelection.A White House official said that Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, Arizona independent, who like Mr. Manchin is facing a tough reelection next year, is also leaning against Ms.
It’s not clear when — if ever — Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer will be able to hold a final confirmation vote. “I think she’ll be a very good labor secretary, and we’re working hard to get her approved,” the New York Democrat told reporters earlier this week.
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