West Virginia Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, serving as the chair of the Republican Policy Committee, hosted President-elect Donald Trump for a meeting with Senate Republicans on Wednesday evening.
The gathering, held at the U.S. Capitol, focused on advancing the legislative agenda of the incoming administration.
Following the meeting, Capito expressed her enthusiasm on social media, stating: "Honored to host President @realDonaldTrump this evening for a meeting with my Republican colleagues. We had a good discussion about how to best tackle the issues that face our country and deliver for the American people. @SenateGOP is ready to work with the Trump admin to advance our shared priorities and I’m confident that we will be successful."
The meeting addressed key policy areas, including immigration reform, energy production and tax cuts. Discussions also centered on the legislative strategy for enacting these priorities, with options ranging from a single comprehensive bill to multiple targeted bills.
Trump indicated flexibility, emphasizing that achieving results was paramount, regardless of the approach.
He remarked, "Whether it's one bill or two bills, it's going to get done one way or the other. The end result is the same," according to Politico.
Capito, representing West Virginia, has been a prominent advocate for energy policies that leverage the state's natural resources. Her leadership role in the Senate positions her as a key figure in shaping and advancing the legislative agenda of the forthcoming Trump administration.
The meeting highlighted Senate Republicans' efforts to align their legislative priorities with the incoming administration's agenda. Capito’s leadership role positions her as an influential figure in shaping policy discussions as Trump prepares to take office.