pro tem

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The Arcadia city government announced that next week it would select a mayor and mayor pro tem from among the remaining council members.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

He held the title only because Vermont’s Jim Jeffords recently had switched to the Democratic caucus, pushing the former president pro tem, 98-year-old Strom Thurmond, into the minority.

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

“If my successor is not confirmed by the end of my term as chair, I would serve as chair pro tem until he is confirmed,” Powell told reporters.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

“Mrs. Mordaunt and I are appointed trustees pro tem for the purposes of the marriage settlement,” went on Sharpe.

From The Late Tenant by Tracy, Louis