(StraightShooterNews.com) – President Trump’s pick, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, won his nomination as Labor Secretary in a move that even garnered significant bipartisan backing.
Chavez-DeRemer’s confirmation as U.S. Labor Secretary by a Senate vote of 67-32 demonstrates the Trump administration’s ability to attract support across party lines while placing a seasoned Republican in a critical position.
The former Oregon congresswoman’s confirmation represents Trump’s successful strategy of bridging political divides and securing crucial union backing that Democrats typically take for granted.
The swift approval process for all 21 Cabinet-level nominees showcases the administration’s strategic approach to governance and determination to hit the ground running.
As the new head of the Department of Labor, Chavez-DeRemer will oversee nearly 16,000 employees and manage a proposed budget of $13.9 billion for fiscal year 2025.
Her experience as a small business owner provides her with practical insights into employment issues that many career bureaucrats lack.
This real-world perspective aligns with Trump’s commitment to bringing practical business experience to Washington rather than relying on career politicians who have never met a payroll or created real jobs for American workers.
The former GOP congresswoman from Oregon’s 5th Congressional District has positioned herself as committed to protecting American workers while balancing the needs of businesses.
“As promised, I’ll work tirelessly to put American Workers First by fighting for good-paying jobs, safe working conditions, and secure retirement benefits,” Chavez-DeRemer stated after her confirmation.
Her approach reflects Trump’s worker-focused economic policies that prioritize creating opportunities for American citizens rather than catering to global interests or illegal aliens.
What makes Chavez-DeRemer’s approval particularly noteworthy is the significant bipartisan support she received, with 17 Senate Democrats crossing party lines to vote for her confirmation.
The bipartisan backing also highlights Trump’s strategic selection of cabinet members who can effectively implement his agenda while maintaining credibility across political divides.
Just voted yes to confirm Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor.
Senate Republicans have confirmed another member of President Trump’s Cabinet, and we are laser-focused on working with them to Make America Great Again.
— Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) March 10, 2025
However, not everyone supported Chavez-DeRemer’s confirmation. Senators Ron Wyden, and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), and Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell (D-WA) opposed her nomination.
Some Republicans also expressed concerns about her past support for the PRO Act, which facilitates union organizing.
Notable Republicans who voted against her included Mitch McConnell, Rand Paul, and Ted Budd.
This opposition from establishment figures on both sides might signal that Chavez-DeRemer represents the kind of independent thinking Americans are desperate to see in Washington.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration’s success in securing Cabinet confirmations so quickly starkly contrasts the Biden administration’s chaotic and delayed appointments.
In just seven weeks since Inauguration Day, Trump has assembled a powerhouse team that includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Some confirmations were hard-fought, with Vice President JD Vance casting a tie-breaking vote for Hegseth’s confirmation, while others, like Rubio, sailed through with unanimous bipartisan support in a 99-0 vote.
With his Cabinet now completely in place, President Trump is positioned to implement his America First agenda with unprecedented efficiency.
While Democrats continue their obstructionist tactics and endless investigations, Trump and his team are focused on delivering results for the American people.
The swift confirmation of Chavez-DeRemer as the final piece of Trump’s Cabinet puzzle demonstrates that despite the constant attacks from the left, this administration remains laser-focused on Making America Great Again.
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