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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.
Tuberville drops holds on more than 430 military promotions
The move is a signifcant breakthrough in the 10-month standoff between the GOP lawmaker and Pentagon leaders over abortion.
Democrats advance plan to force quick vote on military nominations
The plan still needs support from Republican senators before the military leadership posts can be filled.
Senate may change rule to break Tuberville hold on military promotions
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Nov. 13, 2023.
Tuberville under pressure from Republicans over military holds
Republican senators are holding a meeting to confront Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville about his blockade of almost 400 military nominations.
Former Interior deputy Beaudreau joins Wilmer Hale law firm
Tommy Beaudreau served as Interior’s No. 2 for two-and-a-half years.
Tuberville to seek floor vote on No. 2 Marine leader
Sen. Tommy Tuberville plans to call a floor vote on the nominee for the Corps’ assistant commandant after Gen. Eric M. Smith suffered a health emergency.
By Ashley Murray, The States Newsroom
Interior Dept. promotes Daniel-Davis to acting No. 2 position
Laura Daniel-Davis will be acting deputy secretary effective Oct. 31. She replaces Tommy Beaudreau.
Senators could force confirmation vote on Navy, Air Force leaders
Republicans are pushing for individual votes on the vacant Joint Chiefs posts, while Democrats are looking to advance hundreds of pending promotions.
Opinions
Restrictive abortion laws threaten our national security
Laws that restrict abortion access within the U.S. could impact military recruiting and retention.
By Rep. Jason Crow and Allison Jaslow