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Lawmakers want investigation into impact of senator’s military holds
More than 430 senior military officials had their promotions and confirmations delayed last year due to Capitol Hill political fight.
90% of senior military posts could soon be caught in nominations fight
The number of senior posts held up in a political showdown is expected to more than double by year's end.
Senators could be forced to ram through some military nominations soon
Despite one senator's hold on 300-plus confirmations, Democratic leaders could advance some nominees individually.
Army, Navy and Marines all without top leaders due to Tuberville holds
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday retired on Monday with his replacement's confirmation stalled in an ongoing political fight.
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We need a solution now to unfreeze military confirmations
The Senate freeze is tarnishing America’s reputation as an unshakeable, always-ready global leader.
By Gen. Robert Brown (ret.)