Player Embed Code: Download Embed Share Senate Holds Nomination Hearing for Vice Chairman Position, Part 1 Defense.gov July 30, 2019 | 01:13:29 Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee as the committee considers his nomination to serve as vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, July 30, 2019. Hyten currently commands U.S. Strategic Command.Part 1 of 2.