Boston Herald - Boston Herald: Senate approves James Comey as new FBI director

Boston Herald - Boston Herald

Senate approves James Comey as new FBI director Jul 29th 2013, 23:54, by By Associated Press, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Senate overwhelmingly confirmed James Comey on Monday to become FBI director, elevating the one-time Justice Department official who defied efforts by President George W. Bush's White House to renew a program that allowed warrantless eavesdropping. Comey was approved 93-1 after one of the Senate's leading conservatives abruptly ended delaying tactics that had blocked a vote on the nomination. Media files: In this July 9, 2013 file photo, FBI Director nominee James Comey testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington. The Senate is expected to confirm Comey to head the FBI, despite a leading conservative's demands for more information on the Obama administration's domestic use of drones. Senators planned to vote Monday on whether to block delaying tactics against Comey's nomination. Lawmakers were expected to end those delays, with final approval of his nomination likely late Monday or Tuesday. (image/jpeg)

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