President Trump has nominated a new military adviser. He’s tapping Gen. Mark Milley as the new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Gen. Joseph Dunford, who currently holds that position, is retiring.
I am pleased to announce my nomination of four-star General Mark Milley, Chief of Staff of the United States Army – as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, replacing General Joe Dunford, who will be retiring….
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 8, 2018
….I am thankful to both of these incredible men for their service to our Country! Date of transition to be determined.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 8, 2018
Milley is a battle-hardened commander who has served as chief of the Army for the last three years. If confirmed by the Senate, Milley would succeed Marine Gen. Joseph Dunford as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
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Milley commanded troops during several tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and has served as the Army’s top officer since August 2015.
He has to be confirmed by the Senate, of course.
What do you think? Good choice?