WASHINGTON — The Senate voted along party lines Thursday to confirm Russell Vought as the next head of the Office of Management and Budget despite fierce pushback from Democrats. Although Democrats have been divided over various Trump nominees, they unified in opposition to Vought.

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – The Senate confirmed Russell Vought as the White House budget director. The vote came after Democrats held the Senate floor throughout the previous night. At the same time, Republican lawmakers are working with President Donald Trump to fund the government and avoid a shutdown.

The Republican-led U.S. Senate confirmed President Donald Trump's nominee Russell Vought as budget director on Thursday, placing the reins of government funding in the hands of hardline conservative who has advocated for reducing Congress's power over taxpayer dollars.