Originally published December 18, 2007 at 12:00 AM | Page modified December 18, 2007 at 1:47 PM
PrintMurray denies plan to replace Byrd as Appropriations chair
Sen. Patty Murray is denying a published report that she and other Democrats are looking to replace West Virginia Sen. Robert Byrd as chairman...
WASHINGTON — Sen. Patty Murray is denying a published report that she and other Democrats are looking to replace West Virginia Sen. Robert Byrd as chairman of the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee.
The Politico newspaper reported Tuesday that under one scenario being considered, the 90-year-old Byrd would be named "chairman emeritus," and Murray, D-Wash., would become "acting chairwoman" as soon as next month.
The Washington, D.C.-based newspaper said some Democrats believe Byrd is no longer physically up to the job.
Murray, a member of the Senate Democratic leadership, denied any plan to replace Byrd, adding that she has not been approached by any colleague with such a proposal.
"As far as I'm concerned, there is no truth to this story," Murray said Tuesday. "I will continue to work with Chairman Byrd and other members of leadership to pass spending bills that reflect the priorities of the American people."
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