Senate Confirms Dan Bishop as Deputy Budget Director

The U.S. Senate confirmed Dan Bishop, a former congressman from North Carolina, as the deputy director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in a 53-45 party-line vote. Bishop, known for his hard-right stance and alignment with President Trump's agenda, will focus on cost-cutting and regulatory rollbacks across federal agencies. His confirmation has raised concerns among Democrats regarding his commitment to uphold the Constitution, particularly after he declined to clarify whether he would follow potentially unlawful orders from Trump. Bishop, who previously served in the House and state legislature, is expected to work closely with OMB Director Russ Vought, who is associated with conservative initiatives like Project 2025. The OMB's current focus includes dismantling federal agencies and freezing appropriated funds that do not align with Republican priorities. Bishop's confirmation signifies ongoing partisan divides, particularly regarding fiscal policy and governance efficiency.