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Lawmakers want investigation into impact of senator’s military holds

More than 430 senior military officials had their promotions and confirmations delayed last year due to Capitol Hill political fight.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., questions Navy Adm. Lisa Franchetti during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on her nomination for reappointment to the grade of admiral and to be Chief of Naval Operations, Sept. 14, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington.

Tuberville under pressure from Republicans over military holds

Republican senators are holding a meeting to confront Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville about his blockade of almost 400 military nominations.

6 months ago

Will Congress really cancel US-Saudi arms deals? It’s complicated, but let us explain

Everything you wanted to know about U.S.-Saudi arms sales and the politics around them, but were afraid to ask.

6 years ago

US warns Russia, Syria against chemical weapons use

Senior U.S. officials warned the Russian and Syrian governments Tuesday against chemical weapons use in Syria as forces allied with its President Bashar Assad prepare for an offensive on a rebel stronghold.

6 years ago

8 ways for troops, families and veterans to fight identity theft

From credit alerts to common-sense security, how military families can avoid becoming financial targets.

By Karen Jowers

6 years ago

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