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Scaramucci: Expect on-camera press briefings

Anthony Scaramucci, the new White House Communications Director, announced a course correction for the White House's relationship with the media via Twitter this morning:

Why it matters: Friday's White House press briefing, following Sean Spicer's resignation, was the first on-camera briefing since late June, and the tweet indicates that Scaramucci will revert to the tradition of televising daily briefings. It's not surprising given his longstanding love of TV.

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Congress grants waiver for retired Gen. Lloyd Austin to lead Pentagon

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Both chambers of Congress on Thursday voted to grant retired Gen. Lloyd Austin a waiver to lead the Pentagon, clearing the path to confirmation for President Biden's nominee for defense secretary.

Why it matters: Austin's nomination received pushback from some lawmakers, including Democrats, who cited a law that requires officers be out of the military for at least seven years before taking the job — a statute intended to reinforce the tradition of civilian control of the Pentagon.

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McConnell proposes February impeachment trial

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is proposing that the impeachment trial of former President Trump begin in mid-February to allow for due process.

Why it matters: The impeachment trial is likely to grind other Senate business to a halt, including the confirmation process for President Biden's Cabinet nominees.

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