The pick has, predictably, been well-received among conservative leaders. In a statement released after the announcement, House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) stated: “I look forward to working with Mick in his new role, and I commend President-elect Trump on this excellent selection.”
Democratic vice-presidential candidate, Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA), was not as glowing, saying, “I’m worried by President-elect Trump’s nomination of Mike Mulvaney as Director of OMB due to his past unwillingness to support bipartisan budget compromises…”
According to Whitehouse.Gov, “The Office of Management and Budget assists the President in overseeing the preparation of the Federal budget and in supervising its administration in Federal agencies. The OMB also oversees and coordinates the Administration’s procurement, financial management, information, and regulatory policies.”
