GOP Senators Break with Tuberville Over Military Promotion Holds Over Abortion Policy
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Republican senators fought Tuberville's holds on military promotions over abortion policy, arguing it harms readiness. Sullivan, Ernst, Graham, Young, and Romney read out nominees' resumes and objected to holds.
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Tuberville has held up 115 top military nominees since February due to Pentagon policy reimbursing travel for abortion care. He argues hold does not affect readiness.
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Republican senators argued Tuberville's holds are disruptive, punish officers not responsible for policy, and set dangerous precedent. They disputed his argument on readiness impact.
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Senators said nominees have no control over Pentagon policy and should not be punished. They argued holds undermine military, safety, and security.
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Some senators said blanket holds over policy disputes abuse senatorial powers and could increase gridlock and politicization of military.
