Mike Pompeo narrowly confirmed to be secretary of state
WASHINGTON (AP) " The Senate narrowly confirmed Mike Pompeo to be secretary of state on Thursday, clearing the path for him to take over as the top U.S. diplomat just as President Donald Trump faces high-risk moments on Iran and North Korea.Pompeo, the outgoing CIA director, secured support from 57 senators, with 42 voting no " one of the slimmest margins for the job in recent history. Every past nominee for the job since at least the Carter administration has received 85 or more yes [...]
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