Tuberville blockade keeps first female superintendent from Naval Academy

The Alabama senator is holding up the confirmation of Yvette M. Davids, as well as many others.

The Washington Post
I wonder if Tubs would still continue with his nonsensical blockade if an ally of the U.S. was attacked. Oh wait, he’s already been doing that. #politico #tubervilleblockade https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/08/tuberville-blockade-israel-military-00120525
Tuberville won’t bend on military blockade amid Israel crisis

After Hamas attacked Israel, Senate Democrats said it was past time for several top-level military nominees to be approved.

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Senate Confirms Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff, Sidestepping Tuberville Blockade

The Senate backed Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. of the Air Force for chairman and planned to advance promotions of two other military officials blockaded by Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama.

The New York Times
‘It will take years to recover’ from Tuberville blockade, top Navy nominee says

Adm. Lisa Franchetti, the Navy’s No. 2 officer, has been leading the service on an acting basis because of the impasse.

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