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- The Senate confirmed Keith Sonderling as Labor Secretary in a 47-41 vote.
- Sonderling had served as acting secretary since April after Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned amid investigations.
- President Donald Trump nominated Sonderling after Chavez-DeRemer left for the private sector.
- All Republicans voted for him while all Democrats voted against.
- Sen. Patty Murray warned the confirmation could strip overtime protections and weaken unions.
