Senate committee advances Garcetti’s nomination to become ambassador to India

THe Senate Foreign Relations Committee Voted to support Eric Garcetti, former Los Angeles Mayor and nominee for the position of American ambassador to India.

The panel approved Garcetti’s nomination in 13-8 votes on Wednesday. However, it is not clear when Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer (D.NY) will set a floor vote. Also, it is not clear if Garcetti will be confirmed.

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Garcetti (who President Joe Biden Nominated July 20,21 by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, he had been previously cleared. However, there have been revelations regarding a sexual harassment lawsuit The nomination of a former top advisor had been stalled by his involvement.

Garcetti was present at the confirmation hearing.