Senator Bernie Sanders joined six Republicans in voting no, but Vilsack was still easily confirmed.
Here's why Sen. @BernieSanders opposed Vilsack's USDA nom:
"At a time when corporate consolidation of agriculture is rampant and family farms are being decimated, we need a secretary who is prepared to vigorously take on corporate power in the industry."
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— Cara Korte (@CaraKorte) February 23, 2021