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Capito Votes to Confirm Mnuchin and Shulkin for Key Cabinet Positions
WASHINGTON, D.C. –U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statements after voting tonight to confirm two of President Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees:
Steven Mnuchin for Secretary of the Treasury:
“Reforming our tax code to fuel economic growth and boost entrepreneurship is a top priority. I look forward to working with Secretary Mnuchin to simplify our tax code and spur much-needed job growth in West Virginia and across the country.”
Dr. David Shulkin for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary:
“As the daughter of a World War II veteran, the well-being of our veteran community is an issue close to my heart. Dr. Shulkin has the experience needed to solve ongoing problems at the VA, and I am committed to working with him to ensure West Virginia’s veterans receive the care they deserve.”
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