“We are currently facing an indefinite, blanket hold on the Senate confirmation of all U.S. military general and flag officers,” Austin wrote. “No military positions go unfilled as long as the hold is in place. Existing officials remain in place while their replacements’ promotions remain unconfirmed,” Tuberville’s office argued in a fact sheet released last month. “I'm aware of the press reports speculating that that's something we may be looking at doing,” said Ryder. At this time, there's been no change to U.S. military force posture in the country,” said Ryder at the Pentagon.

Source: Washington Post August 08, 2023 12:12 UTC