Which senator's opposition led to the withdrawal of Tanden's OMB nomination?
Elizabeth Warren
Joe Manchin
Bernie Sanders
Mitch McConnell
Answer
Joe Manchin, a moderate Democratic senator from West Virginia, led the opposition to Neera Tanden's nomination to be the director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Manchin expressed concerns about Tanden's past tweets and statements that were critical of Republican lawmakers. His opposition ultimately led to the withdrawal of her nomination.
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