What stood out from Lori Chavez-Dreamer's labor secretary confirmation hearing?
During Lori Chavez-Dreamer's confirmation hearing, several Republican senators expressed skepticism about her nomination due to her past support for pro-union legislation, particularly the PRO Act when she was a congresswoman. This stance contradicts traditional Republican Party positions, creating an unusual dynamic. When questioned about these past positions by senators from both parties including Senator Bill Cassidy, Chavez-Dreamer provided what was described as a non-committal response. Her ambiguous answer failed to satisfy Democrats on the panel while Republicans continued to press for clarity on where she currently stands regarding pro-union policies.
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Lori Chavez-Dreamer's Confirmation Hearing Insights
CBS News·8 months ago