Tommy Tuberville of Alabama has refused to lift his hold unless the Pentagon cancels a policy ensuring that service members have access to abortion.
Tag: Joint Chiefs of Staff
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Biden Nominates Adm. Lisa Franchetti to Lead the Navy
If confirmed, Admiral Franchetti, who currently serves as the Navy’s second in command, would become the first woman to lead the service in its 247-year history.
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Tuberville Blockade Over Abortion Policy Threatens Top Military Promotions
The Alabama Republican’s bid to force the Pentagon to drop a policy ensuring access to abortion services for personnel could leave the Joint Chiefs of Staff with more temporary occupants than it has ever faced.
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Pentagon Cancels Drag Show at Air Force Base After Republican Criticism
After a drag show at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada was canceled, the Defense Department said that such events were “not a suitable use” of resources, despite a long history of drag entertainment in the military.
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Trump Was Taped Discussing Sensitive Document He Had After Leaving Office
Federal prosecutors obtained the recording as part of their investigation into the former president’s handling of classified documents.