Top Senate Republicans have urged the White House to withdraw Andrew Puzder’s nomination for labor secretary, CNN reported Wednesday afternoon. A senior Republican source said there are four firm “no” votes from GOP senators on his nomination and possibly up to 12. Puzder, a fast-food executive, has faced criticism including for hiring an undocumented housekeeper. His Senate confirmation hearing is scheduled for Thursday.
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