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Immediate Release

Designation of Acting Secretary of Defense

Mr. Robert Salesses was designated by President Donald J. Trump to serve as Acting Secretary of Defense and assumed the functions and duties of the office at 12:01 p.m. on January 20th. In his permanent capacity, Mr. Salesses serves as the Deputy Director, Washington Headquarters Services.