Senate Confirms Loeffler as SBA Head Amid Controversy

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Kelly Loeffler as the head of the Small Business Administration (SBA) with a 52-46 vote. Loeffler, a former Georgia senator and business executive, returns to Washington as a key ally of former President Donald Trump. Her appointment is seen as reinforcing Trump's influence in federal positions, given her past support and alignment with his policies. Loeffler has pledged to implement a zero-tolerance policy for fraud and waste at the SBA, aiming to cut red tape and modernize the agency. Her nomination has sparked differing opinions, with supporters like Iowa Senator Joni Ernst endorsing her expertise, while others criticize her close ties to Trump and past controversial political stances. Previously, Loeffler was known for her roles in the financial sector and for co-owning the WNBA's Atlanta Dream.