Senate Democrats Protest Vought's OMB Nomination Amid Expected Confirmation

Senate Democrats are conducting an all-night protest against the confirmation of Russ Vought as Director of the Office of Management and Budget, citing his controversial ties to Project 2025 and remarks regarding the 2020 election. Despite their efforts, Vought is expected to be confirmed Thursday due to the Republican majority in the Senate. Democratic leaders, including Chuck Schumer, are emphasizing Vought's role in plans to significantly reduce the size of the federal government, which they argue would harm working families. Vought's nomination has drawn intense scrutiny, with Democrats labeling him as one of Trump's most dangerous nominees. The protest is seen as a last-ditch effort to raise awareness about Vought’s potential impact on federal operations, particularly following a memo from the OMB that froze federal funding. The 30-hour debate period will conclude with a final vote, where all 47 Democrats are expected to oppose Vought's nomination.