Nominee Anthony Tata offered a partial apology for past comments attacking Democrats and Trump critics as traitors.
There has been a 200% increase in SOF missions over the past three years, the defense secretary said.
The pause comes after 67 people died in January when a passenger jet collided in midair with a Black Hawk helicopter at Reagan airport.
By Tara Copp, AP
Officials hope to cut down on red tape for individuals seeking support and benefits after a veteran's death.
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