Senate confirms Russell Vought to lead OMB in party-line vote

Category: Politics

Russell Vought was confirmed as the director of the Office of Management and Budget with a 53-47 vote, despite significant opposition from Senate Democrats. Vought's confirmation follows a contentious debate over his policies, particularly those outlined in Project 2025, which critics argue threaten federal workers and essential programs. Democrats expressed concerns over Vought's approach to budget management and his past actions during the Trump administration, fearing cuts to vital services.

Keywords: Russell Vought, Office of Management and Budget, Project 2025

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Update At: 2/7/2025

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