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Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s hold on military nominations means the Biden Administration won’t be able to permanently replace [the] top leader in the Marine Corps who is required by law to leave his post on Monday.
Commandant Gen. David Berger must step down Monday from his four-year tour, a term of service that cannot be extended unless the U.S. is at war or in the event of a national emergency.
Other top military positions are slated to become vacant soon and could be impacted if Tuberville’s continues his blockade of appointments.
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Biden's choice will be in an acting/temporary role for the time being, but (as I understand it) this acting member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff has limited authority, since he has not been confirmed by the Senate. Other Joint Chiefs will also be termed out soon.
Commandant Gen. David Berger must step down Monday from his four-year tour, a term of service that cannot be extended unless the U.S. is at war or in the event of a national emergency.
Other top military positions are slated to become vacant soon and could be impacted if Tuberville’s continues his blockade of appointments.
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Biden's choice will be in an acting/temporary role for the time being, but (as I understand it) this acting member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff has limited authority, since he has not been confirmed by the Senate. Other Joint Chiefs will also be termed out soon.