Despite a strong stance by the house Democrats against Jeff Session nomination, he has now been confirmed the attorney-general.The senate voted on Wednesday to confirm Session.
Jeff Session was one of President Trump earliest supporter during his campaign, and after 30 hours of debate, and shutting down of Senator Elizabeth Warren by Senate Majority leader, Mitch Mcconnell, accusing her of impugning Session, the vote was 52-47, with Democrat, Sen. Joe Manchin, supporting the Republicans in voting for their Alabama colleague.
Speaking to reporters at Capitol hill after his confirmation, Session said;
It was a special night. I appreciate the friendship from my colleagues -- even those who, many of them who didn't feel able to vote for me. They were cordial, and so we continue to have good relations and will continue to do the best I can.
Also on Tuesday, Betsy DeVos, was confirmed the Education secretary in the senate by 51-50, after a tie vote in the senate, and the Vice-president, Mike Pence had to vote to break the tie.
