"Biden selects Admiral Lisa Franchetti as historic first female Navy leader"

President Biden has nominated Lisa Franchetti, a female admiral, to lead the US Navy, making her the first woman to be nominated to head one of the US military branches. Franchetti, a 38-year veteran, has extensive experience in naval operations and policy. Her nomination is subject to confirmation by the US Senate, which is currently being blocked by Senator Tommy Tuberville over a military abortion policy. If confirmed, Franchetti will become a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, an elite group of senior military officers.