The Megyn Kelly Show Trump's Nominee Chavez-DeRemer Grilled, RFK Unleashed, Lively-Baldoni Latest: AM Update for 2/20
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Feb 20, 2025 Lori Chavez-DeRemer faces intense scrutiny during her Senate confirmation as Trump's Labor Secretary nominee. RFK Jr. takes charge at Health and Human Services, vowing to uncover public health conflicts. Tensions flare between Trump and Zelensky over Ukraine amid peace talks. Meanwhile, the Boeing Starliner mission encounters delays, and a legal battle brews between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, with a trial set for 2026. It's a mix of politics, health advocacy, and Hollywood drama that's hard to miss!
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Chavez-DeRemer's Nomination
- President Trump nominated Lori Chavez-DeRemer for Labor Secretary, a move praised by some Republicans as fostering a new coalition.
- However, her past support for the PRO Act, particularly its impact on right-to-work laws, sparked debate and GOP resistance.
Unexpected Alliance
- Senators Mullin and O'Brien, despite a prior heated exchange, now support Chavez-DeRemer.
- O'Brien, president of the Teamsters, expressed his commitment to her confirmation.
Senate Hearing Focus
- The hearing largely focused on apprenticeship training, a point of agreement between parties.
- Senator Kaine questioned Chavez-DeRemer about her commitment to veterans, highlighting the impact of Trump's federal cuts.