WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member issued the following statement on President Donald Trump’s intent to nominate Mark Esper as U.S. Secretary of Defense:
“I am thankful President Trump is moving quickly to fill this important post. A Senate-confirmed Secretary in the Defense Department will help provide the stability and leadership our military needs. I look forward to meeting with Mr. Esper and working with him on our shared priorities.”
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