The long wait has been the result of a hold put on her nomination by Senator Kit Bond (R-M0). Kitâs hold was put into place to put pressure on the proposed federal building in Kansas City, MO.
Johnson was the former chief of staff at GSA. There has not been a date set for a vote, but once it is set, she will be expecting confirmation shortly after.
According to GovExec, Joel Payne, a spokesman for the majority leader, âSenator Reid feels itâs important to confirm the presidentâs nominees as quickly as possible in order for him to have a full team in place to address our nationâs challenges.â
Reidâs move of Johnsonâs nomination was followed by quick approval of Senator Lieberman and Susan Collins – indicating a coming end to the lengthy process.