Washington D.C. - The Senate confirmed President Donald Trump's nomination of retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan Razin Caine as the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The vote occurred late Thursday evening, just before the Senate adjourned for a two-week recess.
Lt. Gen. Caine's nomination was met with bipartisan support, though some senators raised concerns during the confirmation hearings about his views on international relations and military spending. He addressed these concerns during his testimony, emphasizing his commitment to working with all members of Congress to ensure the nation's security.
As Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Caine will serve as the principal military advisor to the President, the Secretary of Defense, and the National Security Council. He will also play a key role in shaping U.S. military policy and strategy.
Caine's predecessor, Gen. Mark Milley, is expected to retire later this year. A formal swearing-in ceremony for Lt. Gen. Caine will be scheduled in the coming weeks.
Senate Confirms Caine as Joint Chiefs Chairman
The Senate voted to confirm retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan Razin Caine as the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Caine, President Trump's nominee, will be the nation's highest-ranking military officer. The confirmation vote took place late Thursday night before senators departed for a two-week recess. He is expected to take office later this year.
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