Biden establishes monument to first woman to serve in Cabinet

President Biden on Monday signed a proclamation to establish a national monument honoring Frances Perkins, the first woman to serve in a presidential Cabinet and the nation’s longest-serving labor secretary.

Mr. Biden made the announcement and signed the proclamation during a visit to the Labor Department. The monument will be built in Newcastle, Maine.

“Many of the benefits we take for granted are a consequence of Frances’ dedication, insight and courage,” Mr. Biden said. “She cemented the idea that if you are working a full-time job, you shouldn’t have to live in poverty, a simple proposition.”