Regulations and Government
Commerce Committee Clears Chao Nomination
The full Senate is expected to act on the nomination shortly.

The Senate Commerce Committee today approved the nomination of Elaine Chao to be the next U.S. secretary of transportation, clearing the way for full Senate consideration. Committee members approved the nomination by voice vote. Commerce Committee chairman John Thune (R-S.D.) called Chao “well qualified” and said she would bring strong leadership to the Transportation Department.

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