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What is the role of Jack Lew in the United States?
What is the role of Jack Lew in the United States?
designated ambassador to Israel
How did the Senate vote on Lew's nomination?
How did the Senate vote on Lew's nomination?
53-43 in favor
Which two Republican senators voted in favor of Lew's nomination?
Which two Republican senators voted in favor of Lew's nomination?
Lindsey Graham and Rand Paul
Why did some Senate Republicans oppose Lew's nomination?
Why did some Senate Republicans oppose Lew's nomination?
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Which committee moved the nomination out of committee last week?
Which committee moved the nomination out of committee last week?
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Study Notes
Confirmation of Ambassador to Israel
- Jack Lew confirmed as U.S. ambassador to Israel by Senate vote of 53-43.
- Only Republican senators Lindsey Graham (South Carolina) and Rand Paul (Kentucky) voted in favor of Lew's nomination.
Context of the Confirmation
- Confirmation comes amidst ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, prompting urgency from Democrats for the appointment.
- Lew's nomination process faced challenges, including a contentious hearing where Republicans criticized his qualifications.
Criticism and Support
- Senate Republicans expressed concerns over Lew's previous roles as Treasury Secretary under Barack Obama and director of the Office of Management and Budget under Bill Clinton.
- The nomination was advanced through the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on party-line votes, with Rand Paul being the sole Republican supporting the nomination in committee.
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Find out how well you know the recent confirmation of the US ambassador to Israel with this quiz. Test your knowledge on the Senate's vote and the key players involved.
