(GoRealNewsNow.com) – President Trump’s full Cabinet has been confirmed in record time, as former congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer secured an impressive bipartisan vote of 67-32 as U.S. Labor Secretary.
The Oregon Republican congresswoman won significant Democrat support despite longstanding partisan divisions, becoming the champion of American workers that Trump promised during his campaign.
Chavez-DeRemer brings a unique background as a small business owner and former congresswoman to the Department of Labor, which oversees nearly 16,000 employees with a proposed budget of $13.9 billion for fiscal year 2025.
Her confirmation stands out for receiving support from 17 Senate Democrats, a rare show of bipartisanship in today’s political climate.
The new Labor Secretary expressed gratitude following her confirmation, pledging to fulfill Trump’s America First agenda.
“As promised, I’ll work tirelessly to put American Workers First by fighting for good-paying jobs, safe working conditions, and secure retirement benefits,” Chavez-DeRemer said in a post on the social media platform X.
✅ I’m deeply honored to be confirmed as the 30th @USDOL Secretary under President @realDonaldTrump.
As promised, I’ll work tirelessly to put American Workers First by fighting for good-paying jobs, safe working conditions, and secure retirement benefits.
Let's get to work 💪🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/epDdruYXf9
— Lori Chavez-DeRemer (@LChavezDeRemer) March 10, 2025
Despite her bipartisan appeal, several Republican senators, including Mitch McConnell, Rand Paul, and Ted Budd, opposed her nomination.
Their skepticism stemmed from her previous support for the PRO Act, which would make it easier for workers to form unions.
Nevertheless, she clearly articulated her support for state “right-to-work” laws during her confirmation hearings, alleviating some Republican concerns.
Chavez-DeRemer has earned praise from business groups and labor organizations, including an endorsement from Teamsters President Sean O’Brien.
This cross-sector support showcases Trump’s successful strategy of making inroads with organized labor groups that traditionally align with Democrats—a key part of his winning coalition in the 2024 election.
In contrast to her broad support, Oregon’s Democrat senators opposed her nomination.
Senator Jeff Merkley cited the current political climate rather than Chavez-DeRemer’s qualifications, stating: “I won’t vote for any cabinet nominee during Trump and Musk’s authoritarian administrative coup—this cannot be business as usual.”
His partisan rhetoric contrasts sharply with the 17 Democrats who put politics aside to confirm a qualified nominee.
The swift completion of Trump’s Cabinet marks a significant accomplishment. All 21 Cabinet-level positions were filled within just seven weeks of his inauguration.
The new team includes high-profile appointees like Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who received unanimous confirmation with a 99-0 vote, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
While Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer continues to push a class warfare narrative, claiming “Donald Trump and his billionaire buddies are stealing the American dream away from working families,” the Labor Secretary’s confirmation tells a different story.
Trump’s Cabinet choices demonstrate his commitment to business growth and worker protection, striking a pragmatic balance that appeals to traditional political divides.
With her extensive experience as a small business owner and former congresswoman, Chavez-DeRemer is well-positioned to advance Trump’s pro-worker, pro-growth agenda.
Her confirmation represents a victory for common-sense governance over divisive partisanship. It sets the stage for economic policies that will benefit all Americans through better jobs, safer workplaces, and secure retirement.
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