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What's Next for Trump's Nominees? A Look at Day 3's Hearings

Washington, D.C., USAFriday, January 17, 2025

Day 3 of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominee hearings gave us a sneak peek into the battles ahead. Scott Bessent, nominated for Treasury, stressed the importance of making Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent. He believes this will prevent a tax hike for the middle class and boost the economy. However, Democrats like Sen. Ron Wyden worry that Trump's tariffs could hurt workers and small businesses.

Doug Burgum, up for Interior, promises to follow the law and Constitution if confirmed. He supports Trump's "energy dominance" agenda, aiming to drive down inflation and make energy more affordable. Lee Zeldin, nominated for the EPA, acknowledges climate change is real. But he's unclear on whether the EPA should regulate it. He didn't commit to keeping Biden's tailpipe regulations, leaving senators uncertain about his plans.

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