Key GOP Senator Warns Su’s Acting Status Undermines DOL Work

Republicans are doubling down on concerns that Julie Su’s indefinite status as acting head of the US Labor Department raises constitutional questions, signaling a potential pathway to legal action against the agency’s work under her leadership.

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) is the latest lawmaker to raise questions about the White House’s move to keep Su at the top of the DOL as acting leader, despite the Biden administration admitting she doesn’t have the votes to be confirmed to the permanent position.

“If your administration believes Ms. Su cannot receive the necessary votes for confirmation, then you should rescind her nomination,” ...