It’s often tradition for the Senate to convene immediately after the ceremonial pomp of the inauguration to begin putting the new president’s team in place, particularly the national security officials. And several panels are expected to meet late Monday to begin voting to advance the nominees to the full Senate for confirmation. He would take over for outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who has said he hopes the Trump administration continues Biden’s policies in the Middle East to end the war in Gaza and to help Ukraine counter Russian nomination.
Author: Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press
Published at: 2025-01-20 23:34:59
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