Ryder confirmed by Senate for TVA board
Alexander recommends alternative to national emergency for border wall
John Ryder's confirmation by the Senate came on a busy Thursday in D.C. that included U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander calling from the Senate floor for an alternative to President Donald Trump's national emergency.
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