Senate confirms Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo as commerce secretary
The Senate voted 84-15 on Tuesday to confirm Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo to lead the Commerce Department.Why it matters: The agency promotes U.S. industry, oversees the Census Bureau, plays a key role in the government's study of climate change through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and evaluates emerging technology through the National Institute of Standards and Technology.Stay on top of the latest market trends and ec…
Senate Votes To Confirm Biden Pick As Commerce Secretary
The Senate voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to confirm Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo to serve as President Joe Bidens commerce secretary and help guide the economy's recovery during and after the coronavirus pandemic.
Senate votes to confirm Biden pick as commerce secretary
The Senate has voted overwhelmingly to confirm Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo to serve as President Joe Biden’s commerce secretary and help guide the economy’s recovery during and after the coronavirus pandemic