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Harris Will Block Judy Shelton’s Fed Nomination

November 17, 2020 · 2:13 pm ET · Leave a Comment

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is in her Senate office today, which suggests she will be available to break the tie to block Judy Shelton’s nomination to the Federal Reserve, the Washington Post reports.

With Harris’ expected “no” vote, the final tally on Shelton’s nomination will likely by 48 to 49 against confirmation.

Financial Markets, Senate

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