Jan 21, 2025
Day 2 of the second Trump administration will see less pomp but continued circumstance, with executive and congressional actions expected. President Trump and Vice President Vance attended a prayer service at Washington National Cathedral in the morning. Trump is expected to meet with Republican leaders later in the day. More of Trump's Cabinet nominees face senators on the path to confirmation. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was sworn in early Tuesday, the first of Trump's picks to reach that point. The Senate Finance Committee advanced the nomination of Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in her quest to be confirmed as Trump's United Nations ambassador. Over in the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, lawmakers will question Trump's VA nominee, Doug Collins. The busy day in Congress is likely to mirror moves across the Trump administration. Immigration sweeps in Chicago have been reported as possible, as the 47th president cracks down on those in the country illegally. It follows a flurry of executive orders clamping down on the border. Follow along here for updates.
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