Patty Murray Becomes President Pro Tempore of the U.S. Senate
Historic Appointment for Senior Democrat
Washington, D.C. -- March 8, 2023
Patty Murray (D-WA) has been elected as the new president pro tempore of the U.S. Senate, becoming the first woman to hold the position in history. Murray, who has served as the most senior senator in the majority party since 2023, was elected unanimously by her colleagues. The president pro tempore presides over the Senate in the absence of the vice president. The position is third in the line of presidential succession, behind the vice president and speaker of the House. Murray's appointment is a historic milestone for women in politics and reflects her decades of service to her state and the nation. Murray's election to the position of president pro tempore comes as the Senate faces a number of important challenges, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and the upcoming midterm elections. Her experience and leadership will be crucial in guiding the Senate through these difficult times.
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