Senate Advances Olivia Trusty's Nomination to FCC with Cloture Vote

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14 days ago - Politics

In a recent vote in the Senate, members decided to move forward with the nomination of Olivia Trusty from Maryland to serve on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for five years starting in July 2025.

Senators voted on a procedure called "cloture," which is a way to end debate on a nomination and allow it to move forward to a final vote. A total of 53 senators agreed to this procedure, while 44 senators opposed it.

The majority of support for this decision came from Republican senators, who wanted to approve Trusty's nomination. This means that the Senate is one step closer to confirming her as a member of the FCC, which is the federal agency responsible for regulating communications, including television and internet services, across the country.

This vote highlights the ongoing support within the Republican Party for Trusty's nomination, as they believe she is qualified for the position.

97 votes

Yes

53

No

44

Not Voting

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