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politics2 years ago

"Tuberville's Insult to Marine General Exposes Incompetence"

Senator Tommy Tuberville, a former football coach, has drawn criticism for comparing the stress of his coaching job to the life-and-death decisions faced by Gen. Eric Smith, a high-ranking officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. Tuberville's comments have been deemed offensive and disrespectful, particularly as Smith was hospitalized after a heart attack. Tuberville's incompetence and obstructionist actions, including blocking officer promotions, have been condemned by fellow senators and military officials, who argue that he is undermining national security and military readiness.

via USA TODAY|
#gen-eric-smith#incompetence#insult
military2 years ago

Marine Corps Commandant Hospitalized for Medical Emergency

Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith has been hospitalized after a "medical emergency," with no further details about his health released. Lt. Gen. Karsten Heckl is currently carrying out the duties of leader of the service while Smith is out. Smith's nomination was previously held up in the Senate by Alabama Republican Tommy Tuberville, who opposes the Pentagon's policy of reimbursing service members for travel related to abortions. Tuberville's hold on military nominations has drawn bipartisan criticism.

via ABC News|
#gen-eric-smith#hospitalized#leadership
military2 years ago

Senate Confirmation and Military Promotions: A Disgraceful Victory Lap

Gen. Eric Smith was sworn in as the 39th commandant of the Marine Corps in a small ceremony at the Pentagon, one day after his Senate confirmation. The low-key event was attended by fewer than 10 people, including Smith, his wife, and Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro. Smith, a career infantryman and advocate of force modernization, had been performing the duties of commandant since July. However, his confirmation allows him to issue long-term planning guidance and assume the official title of commandant. The Senate's confirmation of Smith also unblocks the nominations of other senior military officials awaiting confirmation.

via Marine Corps Times|
#commandant#gen-eric-smith#marine-corps
military2 years ago

Gen. Eric Smith to Lead Marines as Next Commandant

Gen. Eric Smith has been nominated to be the next commandant of the Marine Corps, succeeding Gen. David Berger who will retire this summer. Smith, currently the assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, is expected to continue the Force Design 2030 modernization efforts launched by Berger. However, the effort has faced criticism from retired Marine Corps officers and Sen. Dan Sullivan has called for a hearing on Force Design to discuss some of those criticisms and concerns. Smith's confirmation by the Senate is unclear due to a procedural hold by Sen. Tommy Tuberville over the Pentagon’s abortion travel and leave policy.

via Defense One|
#commandant#force-design-2030#gen-eric-smith
military2 years ago

Gen. Eric Smith Nominated as Marine Corps' Top Officer by Biden

President Joe Biden has nominated Gen. Eric Smith, the Marine Corps' current assistant commandant, to lead the service after the retirement of Gen. David Berger. If confirmed, Smith will oversee the transformation of the Corps into an older, more mature island-hopping force aimed at countering China in the Pacific. The nomination comes amid a larger shake-up in military leadership, with several other senior officials set to retire. Smith's nomination will need to be considered by the Senate, where it will likely be held up by Sen. Tommy Tuberville's objection to the Pentagon's decision to cover travel and leave for service members seeking abortions and other reproductive health care.

via Military.com|
#force-design-2030#gen-eric-smith#marine-corps