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Intel, acquisition and budget nominees for Pentagon announced

The three nominees are the first announced for the Pentagon since Dec. 30.

By Aaron Mehta

2 years ago

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin listens to a question as he speaks during a media briefing at the Pentagon, Feb. 19, 2021, in Washington.

Lack of Pentagon nominees could be harbinger of slow process

After three nominees were announced in December, the Biden team has yet to put forth more defense nominees.

By Aaron Mehta

2 years ago

This week in Congress: US Senate debates Pentagon spending bill

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Aug. 20.

By Joe Gould

5 years ago

Senate approves 4 new Pentagon assistant secretaries

The confirmations bring the total number of Defense Department nominees approved by the Senate this year to 32.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

Senate OKs eight defense nominees before Thanksgiving break

The confirmation blitz brings the total number of defense officials approved by the Senate this year to 26.

By Leo Shane III

6 years ago

Lawmakers raise new concerns over Pentagon policy nominee's business ties

Senators worry that John Rood has not fully separated himself from his past work at Lockheed Martin, which could influence policy decisions.

By Leo Shane III

6 years ago

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