Summary

The Senate confirmed Russell Vought as White House budget director in a 53-47 party-line vote despite Democratic opposition.

Vought, a key author of Project 2025, advocates aggressive budget cuts and expanding executive power.

Democrats warned he will slash programs like Medicare, Social Security, and veterans’ benefits while promoting Trump’s policy agenda.

Republicans praised his confirmation, with Speaker Mike Johnson stating he will help dismantle the regulatory state.

  • TommySoda@lemmy.world
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    19 hours ago

    What I find funny (not “haha” funny) is that when he gets what he wants all of these people will be out of a job and stripped of their power regardless of party affiliation. They don’t seem like the type that like to share power.

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        8 hours ago

        “Funny haha”. Because of the context I didn’t even think about it.

        I haven’t heard “funny haha” in a long time.

        Man. If I were gay I’d start a band (or something) called Funny HaHa.

        The world is so packed with people I’d say someone has by now.