In this press release, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer expressed his concerns over President-Elect Trump’s cabinet nominees during their confirmation hearings. Schumer criticized Trump for nominating individuals he deems extreme and unqualified, such as nominee for Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos, and nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, Tom Price. He criticized DeVos for her lack of experience with public education and Price for his opposition to the Affordable Care Act. Schumer also expressed concerns about nominee for Attorney General Jeff Sessions, particularly his stance on voting rights, and nominee for Secretary of Treasury Steve Mnuchin for his history of foreclosing on homes. No specific existing or pending legislation was mentioned.
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