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Nominations for longstanding inspector general vacancies arrive at Senate
President Donald Trump made four nominations for inspector general positions that have been open for years.
By Andrew Eversden
After a long wait, VA finally has a deputy secretary
The confirmation of a new second-ranking official at the department took more than 14 months.
Esper sees progress to fill top Pentagon vacancies
Congress and the White House are working to fill senior vacancies at the Pentagon.
By Joe Gould
Can all the open Pentagon leadership jobs get filled this fall?
Lawmakers confirmed four top military posts last month, but others remain open.
Esper confirmed as new defense secretary, ending Pentagon leadership uncertainty
The Pentagon had gone more than 200 days without a permanent leader.
Senate committee approves Esper and Milley to lead Pentagon, teeing up final vote
The Senate Armed Services Committee has approved President Trump’s picks to the Pentagon’s top two spots.
By Joe Gould