In a statement, Collins outlined her priorities as chair, emphasizing a commitment to supporting Maine communities and advancing national objectives

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Collins to assume leadership of Senate Appropriations Committee

While the committee's new leadership isn't yet official, Collins says her priorities will include helping Maine’s communities, funding biomedical research, improving infrastructure and supporting rural economic development.

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Collins to chair Senate Appropriations Committee after McConnell chooses a new role

In yet another display of how establishment Republicans prioritize power and politics over their own base, RINO Susan Collins (R-ME) is set to take the reins of one of the most influential committees in Congress.

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‘They Hate You’: RINO Susan Collins Poised to Assume Powerful Senate Role | The Gateway Pundit | by Jim Hᴏft

Sen. Mitch McConnell said Thursday he will oversee defense spending once he relinquishes his long-running post as Senate Republican leader, a decision ensuring that Maine Sen. Susan Collins will take over as the chamber’s top appropriator. The Kentucky Republican will assume the chairmanship of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. The role dovetails with his constant message that America needs a bulked-up military to deter threats …

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Mitch McConnell’s decision ensures Susan Collins will become top appropriator

As President Trump continues to put his hugely popular cabinet forward, the Senate GOP is seemingly continuing to fall prey […]

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‘They Hate You’: Susan Collins Takes Up Powerful Role as Senate Digs in Against Trump Mandate * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Joshua C.

The Maine Republican was already the top-ranking Republican on the Senate Appropriations Committee. But there had been speculation that Sen.  Full story here. 
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Susan Collins poised to take over powerful Senate budget-writing committee next year

Senator Susan Collins of Maine has been reportedly appointed as the Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee. This position places Senator Collins at the helm of the committee responsible for overseeing all discretionary spending within the federal government. Her new role grants her the authority to significantly influence funding decisions for various programs both nationwide and within Maine.In a statement regarding the appointment, Senat…

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Anti-Trump Susan Collins Expected to Lead POWERFUL Senate Appropriations Committee.

Senator Susan Collins will be named Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, after it’s current leader Sen. Mitch McConnell announced earlier this week that he will be relinquishing the role for another position, making her one of the most powerful lawmakers in Congress. The committee holds jurisdiction over all discretionary spending for the federal government, a role that positions Collins to influence funding for key initiatives nationwi…

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