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Coverage dated July 14, 2023

Why a single senator is blocking US military promotions and what it means for the Pentagon

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Senators in both parties — including Republican Leader Mitch McConnell — have pushed back on Tuberville’s blockade, but Tuberville is dug in.

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  1. WMUR

    Why a single senator is blocking US military promotions and what it means for the Pentagon (opens WMUR)

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    Senators in both parties — including Republican Leader Mitch McConnell — have pushed back on Tuberville’s blockade, but Tuberville is dug in.

  2. AL.com

    Why Tuberville is blocking military promotions, what it means for Pentagon (opens AL.com)

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    Senators in both parties have pushed back on Tuberville’s blockade, but the Alabama senator is dug in.

  3. NBC Los Angeles

    Here's why a single senator is blocking US military promotions and what it means for the Pentagon (opens NBC Los Angeles)

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    Approving military nominations and promotions has long been one of the most bipartisan duties of the Senate.

  4. PBS NewsHour

    What Tuberville's blockade of military promotions means for the Pentagon (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville is waging an unprecedented campaign to try to change Pentagon abortion policy by holding up hundreds of military nominations and promotions. Here's what to know about the clash.

  5. The Garden Island

    Why a single senator is blocking U.S. military promotions (opens The Garden Island)

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    WASHINGTON, D.C. — Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville is waging an unprecedented campaign to try to change Pentagon abortion policy by holding up hundreds of military nominations and promotions, forcing less experienced leaders into top jobs and raising concerns at the Pentagon about military readiness.

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