Breaking news: President Biden will pick Julie Su as his next labor secretary, according to two people with knowledge of the matter, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to reflect a decision not yet made public.
Before joining the Biden administration, Su served as labor secretary in California and became known for defending immigrants and low-wage workers. While Su was long considered the favorite for the post, the administration also considered other potential candidates, including flight attendant union president Sara Nelson, who had the backing of Sen.
Bernie Sanders , who chairs the Senate committee that oversees labor.If confirmed, Su would succeed Marty Walsh, who led the Labor Department at the start of the Biden administration and stepped down to head the NHL Players’ Association. Biden has vowed to be the most pro-union president in American history, making the position of labor secretary a crucial post in executing his policies.
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