Senate Finance Clears McAleenan Nomination for Full Senate Consideration
The Senate Finance Committee on Dec. 7 approved the nomination of Acting CBP Commissioner Kevin McAleenan to be permanent CBP commissioner, clearing the way for a Senate floor confirmation vote. “CBP plays an important role in facilitating trade and ensuring the nation’s borders are protected, and it is essential that the agency is led by someone who understands how trade impacts the competitiveness of our economy,” committee Chairman Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, said in a statement. “Mr. McAleenan is the right man for the job, and I hope he receives swift and fair consideration on the floor.” The office of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., didn’t immediately comment.
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The National Retail Federation (NRF) in a statement urged the Senate to quickly move to confirm McAleenan. “As major importers, retailers rely on CBP to facilitate legitimate commerce and enforce our trade laws, which is essential to our nation’s global competitiveness,” NRF Senior Vice President for Government Relations David French said in a statement. “Mr. McAleenan has the proven leadership and experience needed to continue overseeing these critical responsibilities.”