After the Senate confirmed three joint chiefs, Democrats are strategizing how to confirm the hundreds of other military nominees held up by Tuberville.
“I don’t mind breaking my own back,” said Gen. Eric Smith, who is both the acting and assistant commandant. “It’s just, I have to make good decisions.”
While Marines have yet to test a combo of USV, UUV and attack drones, such a trial is possible in the near future, according to Lt. Gen. Karsten Heckl.
The Marine Corps is continuing through the annual budget process on time, but it's harder without a confirmed service chief, the acting commandant said.