pro tem

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Senate tradition gives the president pro tem role to the majority-party member with the longest tenure in the chamber.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

If Warsh isn’t confirmed before Powell’s term expires in May, Powell said he would serve as chair pro tem, continuing to lead the institution until Warsh is confirmed.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

“The one thing that’s pretty clear is that the president cannot select a chair pro tem, if Powell’s term expires,” Scott Alvarez, the former Fed general counsel, said in an interview.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

“We need to absolutely ensure that people feel safe, welcome, invited and included in our city,” said Torosis, who serves as mayor pro tem.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

While the trial was yet pending, a Mr. Lee was appointed to the superintendency, pro tem, but, on the termination of the court martial, Mr. Stubblefield was reinstated.

From The Strange Story of Harper's Ferry With Legends of the Surrounding Country by Barry, Joseph