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Esper confirmed as new defense secretary, ending Pentagon leadership uncertainty

The Pentagon had gone more than 200 days without a permanent leader.

By Joe Gould and Leo Shane III

4 years ago

Final vote on Esper as defense secretary likely within days

Senate leaders want a vote on Thursday but may have to wait a few more days.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

4 years ago

You say potato, I say Buttigieg: PODCAST

Defense Nerds podcast for July 15, 2019: Pete Buttigieg, House NDAA debate, Mark Esper confirmation hearing preview.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

4 years ago

Mark Esper is acting defense secretary. Will Trump make it permanent?

Federal rules limit how long he can serve in the temporary role, but Trump may nominated him for the permanent post.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

4 years ago

Five names to watch as Trump searches for his next defense secretary

With Patrick Shanahan out of the process, who will the president tap to lead the Pentagon?

By Leo Shane III, Aaron Mehta and Joe Gould

4 years ago

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