Senate confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Trump’s labor secretary

The Senate on Monday confirmed Lori Chavez-DeRemer as secretary of the Department of Labor as President Trump works to round out his Cabinet.

Ms. Chavez-DeRemer, who enjoyed support from both labor unions and business leaders, breezed across the finish line on a 67-32 vote.

“The Biden administration used its authority as a weapon against workers, threatening their ability to earn a living and provide for their families. With President Trump back in office, we have an opportunity to enact a pro-America agenda at the Department of Labor that puts workers first,” said Sen. Bill Cassidy, Louisiana Republican.