U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno, a Republican from Ohio, defended President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for the Office of Management and Budget, Russell Vought, against Democratic concerns. Moreno also criticized the Biden administration's focus on electric vehicles, arguing that it benefited China and harmed American automakers.
U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno , an Ohio Republican, defended President-elect Donald Trump ’s nominee to lead the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Russell Vought , from Democrats who expressed concerns about his potential disregard for Congress’ spending decisions. Moreno, who won his seat in November, replacing three-term Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, emphasized Vought's qualifications and his belief that the president, not federal bureaucrats, should set government policy.
During Vought’s confirmation hearing, Moreno posed rhetorical questions aimed at highlighting the importance of presidential authority in shaping government policy. He also inquired about Vought's stance on President Joe Biden's legal authority to implement certain programs, particularly regarding student loan forgiveness. Moreno pointed out the apparent hypocrisy of Democrats criticizing Trump's executive actions while simultaneously advocating for Biden's policies. Moreno concluded by praising Vought's patriotism and expressing his support for all of Trump's nominees.The senator also participated in a Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation hearing on the confirmation of Trump's nominee for the Department of Transportation, former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy. Members from both parties agreed on Duffy's qualifications. Moreno, drawing on his experience as a former car dealer, voiced his disapproval of the Biden administration's push for electric vehicles, arguing that it favored China and hindered American automakers. He asserted that consumers were not interested in electric vehicles and that U.S. auto companies were losing billions of dollars due to these policies. Moreno urged Duffy to work with him to revive the American auto industry by allowing automakers to produce vehicles that consumers actually desired.Moreno emphasized that he had never encountered a customer asking for government-endorsed car models, highlighting the disconnect between consumer preferences and political agendas. His remarks reflected his commitment to prioritizing the needs and desires of the American people in his policy decisions.
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