Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Donald Trump’s nominee to turn into Secretary of Labor, testifies earlier than the Senate Well being, Training, Labor, and Pensions Committee on Wednesday, February 19.
Trump nominated Chavez-DeRemer, who beforehand served within the Home of Representatives for Oregon’s fifth district, in November 2024, stating she had “sturdy assist” from each the enterprise group and labor unions which might “make sure that the Labor Division can unite Individuals of all backgrounds behind our Agenda for unprecedented Nationwide Success – Making America Richer, Wealthier, Stronger and extra Affluent than ever earlier than!”
Chavez-Redeemer thanked Trump for the nomination, saying, “It’s time to deliver our financial system to new heights and safe a affluent future for all hardworking Individuals.”
The previous congresswoman additionally obtained an endorsement from Teamsters Union President Sean O’Brien after her nomination was introduced:
