On Capitol Hill, Democratic Senator Robert Byrd of West Virginia has announced he’s stepping down as chair of the Appropriations Committee. Byrd had initially resisted a push from fellow Democrats to give up his post amidst concerns over his health. The ninety-year-old Byrd is the longest-serving member in the Senate’s history.
Byrd to Give Up Appropriations Committee Chair
HeadlineNov 11, 2008