Mineral oil should not be used during pregnancy because it may interfere with absorption of nutrients in the mother and, if used for prolonged periods, cause severe bleeding in the newborn infant.
New York Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer's daughter is increasing her influence as a White House economic adviser. New York Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer's daughter is increasing her influence as a White House economic adviser. Jessica Schumer, 28, was promoted from a lower-level economic adviser to chief of staff for the incoming chairman of economic advisers, Jason Furman, assuming he receives Senate confirmation.
Daniel Squadron, a former assistant to the senator, was set up by Mr. Schumer and his wife, Iris Weinshall, a former New York City transportation commissioner whose chief of staff, Elizabeth Weinstein, had caught Mr. Squadronâs eye.