Friday, March 20, 2009

Two More Years: Mullens and Cartwright Re-Nominated

Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates has announced his recommendations that President Barack Obama re-nominate Navy Adm. Mike Mullen and Marine Gen. James E. Cartwright as the chairman and vice chairman, respectively, of the Joint Chiefs of Staff for a second two-year term.

The re-appointments require Senate confirmation, but are expected to be approved easily.

# END