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2021-03-17T14:00:01+00:00
Regional News • Americas • United States
Deb Haaland confirmed as first Indigenous US cabinet secretary
Deb Haaland confirmed as first Indigenous US cabinet secretary
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In a 51 to 40 vote, the US Senate confirmed Deb Haaland as secretary of the interior on Monday, making her the first Native American cabinet member.

"The historic nature of my confirmation is not lost on me, but I will say, it is not about me. Rather, I hope this nomination would be an inspiration for Americans -- moving forward together as one nation and creating opportunities for all of us," Haaland said during her confirmation hearing.