I am grateful that the Senate has finally confirmed 11 of our military’s most senior general and flag officers. These leaders have dedicated their lives to keeping our country safe. These officers are American heroes, and I have no doubt that they will continue to do great things for this country as they now take on their new roles.
But this should not have taken as long as it did. This unprecedented hold hurt our military’s readiness and morale, and the ripple effects have been felt throughout the force and our military families.