• Investing
  • Stock
Round Table Thoughts
  • Economy
  • Editor’s Pick
Home Economy First woman to lead Navy takes over in acting capacity as Senate confirmation battle drags on
Economy

First woman to lead Navy takes over in acting capacity as Senate confirmation battle drags on

by August 15, 2023
by August 15, 2023 0 comment
Share
0
FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsapp

Navy Admiral Lisa Franchetti is the first woman to lead a military branch in an acting capacity under the Defense Department, following a ceremony at the U.S. Naval Academy on Monday. 

President Biden nominated Adm. Franchetti to serve as chief of naval operations in July, but Franchetti will serve in an acting capacity until officially confirmed by the Senate. If confirmed, Franchetti would be the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Franchetti is now one of 300 military officers whose nominations are held up in the Senate following a hold from Alabama Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville. The U.S. Navy is the third branch without a Senate-confirmed leader, following the ‘relinquishment of office’ ceremony for Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, on Monday. 

Gilday’s relinquishment followed both the retirement and relinquishment from Army Chief Gen. James McConville earlier this month and then-Commandant of the Marine Corps David Berger in July.

Tuberville’s hold is over the Pentagon’s post-Dobbs abortion policy, established earlier this year. The Pentagon’s new policy pays for the travel and time off service members must take to receive abortions if the state where they are stationed does not allow the procedure. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Mark Milley have both called Tuberville’s hold a national security concern.

‘This is unprecedented. It is unnecessary, and it is unsafe, and this sweeping hold is undermining America’s military readiness,’ Austin said in his remarks Monday.

During the relinquishment of command, Franchetti read, ‘When there is a vacancy in the office of the chief of naval operations, the vice chief of naval operations shall perform the duties of the CNO until its successor is appointed.’

Tuberville’s office responded Monday by saying the senator was ‘not blocking votes — he’s forcing votes.’

On Aug. 2, Austin issued a memo on how the military could ‘mitigate the disruption’ of the hold. One way would be by having military leaders postpone retirement; another would see military leaders in acting capacities fulfilling their old roles at the same time, essentially doing two jobs at once.

The now-retired Gilday spoke to Franchetti’s qualifications for the job. 

‘She is a war fighter with combat experience. She’s an operational leader. She’s a strategist. She’s an innovator. She’s a team builder. She’s a trailblazer. She’s an example of personal and professional resilience and a testament to the power of the American dream to inspire service and sacrifice,’ Gilday said.

Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro said it’s ‘well past time’ for the Senate to address the outstanding nominations.

‘The American people deserve to have their best military leaders in place, and in our Department of the Navy that includes a confirmed chief of naval operations and commandant of the Marine Corps,’ Del Toro added.

Tuberville’s office earlier this month pointed out that the hold ‘does not prevent anyone from being confirmed.’

It would take more than 650 hours to confirm all 300-plus officers if the Senate were to vote one-by-one.

Franchetti was commissioned in 1985 and served as the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Korea, director of Strategy, Plans and Policy for the Joint Chiefs of Staff and chief of naval operations for warfighting development; she also led two carrier strike groups. Just several weeks into leading the U.S. 6th fleet, Franchetti oversaw the first-ever Tomahawk missile strike by a Virginia-class submarine. She became the vice chief of naval operations in 2022.

Franchetti has received the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal (two awards), Legion of Merit (five awards), Meritorious Service Medal (five awards), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (four awards) and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (two awards), according to her official bio.

The Joint Chiefs chairman is another position that could go unfilled when the current chairman, Gen. Mark Milley, retires, if Tuberville continues the hold. Milley is expected to retire in October when his term comes to an end.

Fox News’ Aishah Hasnie contributed to this report.

Liz Friden is a Pentagon producer based in Washington, D.C.

This post appeared first on FOX NEWS
You Might Also Like
  • House Dem Leader Jeffries floats end-run around McCarthy to avert government shutdown
  • US Marshals Service attacked by ransomware targeting sensitive law enforcement information: report
  • GOP rebels send warning to Speaker Johnson after blowing up vote last week: ‘We’re going to get cuts’
  • GOP reps call for more overtime pay for Border Patrol agents tackling ongoing migrant crisis
Share
0
FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsapp

previous post
Georgia Capitol beefs up security in anticipation of possible Trump indictment and protests
next post
Karine Jean-Pierre fumbles Hawaii senators’ names, calls Sen. Hirono ‘he’

You may also like

Tim Scott sitting on $21 million war chest as Republican...

July 13, 2023

Your bank wants your voice. Just say no.

July 23, 2024

Could verdict in Trump criminal trial upend the presidential election?

May 29, 2024

Trump-DeSantis jockeying: Some Iowa, N.H., Republicans named as Trump endorsers...

May 17, 2023

Illinois Gov. Pritzker says DeSantis ‘isn’t smart enough to be...

August 2, 2023

Harris conspicuously absent from public memorials honoring service members killed...

August 26, 2024

Supreme Court rules in favor of CFPB, brainchild of Sen....

May 17, 2024

Jordan gears up for second round speaker vote with uncertain...

October 18, 2023

ApeCoin and Akita Inu: Targets and Levels for Tuesday

October 15, 2024

Johnson says House will ‘apply every amount of pressure’ to...

March 15, 2024

    Stay updated with the latest news, exclusive offers, and special promotions. Sign up now and be the first to know! As a member, you'll receive curated content, insider tips, and invitations to exclusive events. Don't miss out on being part of something special.


    By opting in you agree to receive emails from us and our affiliates. Your information is secure and your privacy is protected.

    Recent Posts

    • How to Find Compelling Charts in Every Sector

      July 10, 2025
    • White House accuses Powell of mismanaging Federal Reserve, citing headquarters renovation

      July 10, 2025
    • Italian chocolate giant Ferrero to buy Kellogg’s Froot Loops maker

      July 10, 2025
    • OpenAI to release web browser in challenge to Google Chrome

      July 10, 2025
    • Sports executive charged with bid-rigging in Texas arena project

      July 10, 2025

    Popular Posts

    • 1

      Biden appointee played key role in recruiting Chinese...

      June 25, 2024 3,631 views
    • 2

      Trump-era China sanctions ended by Biden may be...

      June 27, 2024 2,919 views
    • 3

      Walz’s honeymoon with China gets fresh scrutiny as...

      August 9, 2024 2,607 views
    • 4

      Shein’s global ambitions leaves some cybersecurity experts fearful...

      July 10, 2024 2,577 views
    • 5

      Harris VP pick spent years promoting research facility...

      August 29, 2024 2,451 views

    Categories

    • Economy (7,009)
    • Editor's Pick (2,171)
    • Investing (538)
    • Stock (2,662)

    Popular Posts

    • 1

      Biden appointee played key role in recruiting Chinese businesses to Delaware: ‘Longtime friends’

      June 25, 2024
    • 2

      Trump-era China sanctions ended by Biden may be revived under new House GOP bill

      June 27, 2024
    • 3

      Walz’s honeymoon with China gets fresh scrutiny as Harris camp blasts ‘lying’ critics

      August 9, 2024
    • 4

      Shein’s global ambitions leaves some cybersecurity experts fearful of Chinese spy threats

      July 10, 2024
    • 5

      Harris VP pick spent years promoting research facility that collaborated with ‘Chinese military company’

      August 29, 2024

    Latest News

    • How to Find Compelling Charts in Every Sector

      July 10, 2025
    • White House accuses Powell of mismanaging Federal Reserve, citing headquarters...

      July 10, 2025
    • Italian chocolate giant Ferrero to buy Kellogg’s Froot Loops maker

      July 10, 2025

    Categories

    • Economy (7,009)
    • Editor's Pick (2,171)
    • Investing (538)
    • Stock (2,662)

    Disclaimer: RoundTableThoughts.com, its managers, its employees, and assigns (collectively “The Company”) do not make any guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Information provided by this website is for research purposes only and should not be considered as personalized financial advice. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendation. Any investments recommended here should be taken into consideration only after consulting with your investment advisor and after reviewing the prospectus or financial statements of the company.

    Copyright © 2024 RoundTableThoughts.com. All Rights Reserved.

    Round Table Thoughts
    • Investing
    • Stock
    Round Table Thoughts
    • Economy
    • Editor’s Pick

    Read alsox

    Trump to meet face-to-face with this...

    June 13, 2024

    The CHIP Act Is a Blip

    December 16, 2022

    Senate takes first steps to regulate...

    July 20, 2023
    Sign In

    Keep me signed in until I sign out

    Forgot your password?

    Password Recovery

    A new password will be emailed to you.

    Have received a new password? Login here