Service officials said one of their biggest obstacles is explaining the basics of military service to teenagers who rarely interact with veterans. A pair of Republican senators are still blocking the senior leaders from stepping in to their new roles. The move is a signifcant breakthrough in the 10-month standoff between the GOP lawmaker and Pentagon leaders over abortion. The Army’s top official is “worried” that Sen. Tommy Tuberville's hold on general officer promotions could lead to talented mid-level officers leaving. The plan still needs support from Republican senators before the military leadership posts can be filled. Republican senators are holding a meeting to confront Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville about his blockade of almost 400 military nominations. Who is the no. 3 officer in the military services? It's not a simple answer. Lt. Gen. Christopher Mahoney will perform the duties of commandant while Commandant Gen. Eric Smith remains hospitalized. Republicans are pushing for individual votes on the vacant Joint Chiefs posts, while Democrats are looking to advance hundreds of pending promotions. A new pill could ease access to birth control for troops and dependents. Load More