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No timeline exists to confirm top leaders for Navy, Air Force

Concerns about a looming government shutdown are pushing military nomination work to the side for now.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

Dems weigh batch votes to bypass Tuberville for remaining nominees

After the Senate confirmed three joint chiefs, Democrats are strategizing how to confirm the hundreds of other military nominees held up by Tuberville.

By Bryant Harris

2 months ago

Three top military leaders confirmed after Senate deal

The Senate is expected to fill three vacancies on the Joint Chiefs of Staff — including the chairman post — after a surprise breakthrough Wednesday.

By Leo Shane III and Irene Loewenson

2 months ago

Value of Ukraine F-16s won’t be immediate, says US Air Force general

Gen. Allvin said at his confirmation hearing that F-16s for Ukraine would become useful for the country after their integration with the broader force.

By Bryant Harris

3 months ago

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.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

Airmen need more trust, autonomy to win next wars, Air Force boss says

It’s a plea to stop the perfect from being the enemy of the good.

By Rachel S. Cohen

3 months ago