Senate narrowly confirms Jared Bernstein, Biden's top economic adviser after contentious fight

Jared Bernstein was confirmed as chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, Biden's top economic advisory board.
The Senate vote was 50-49, with Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) providing the tiebreaking Democratic vote in favor of Bernstein.
Republicans had opposed Bernstein's nomination, arguing he lacked expertise and was too partisan.
Bernstein succeeds Cecilia Rouse, who left the post in March, and will advise Biden on economic policy.
The close confirmation vote signals potential hurdles ahead for Biden's economic agenda.