Tuberville Blocks Hundreds of Military Promotions, Leaving Top Posts Empty and Straining Military Leadership

Sen. Tuberville is blocking over 300 military promotions, leaving top posts vacant, over opposition to Pentagon abortion travel policy
Tuberville's blockade meant no confirmed backup when Gen. Smith, top Marine, was hospitalized, forcing another general to fill in
Lack of confirmed leaders puts Marines in precarious position amid tensions in Middle East
Tuberville's blockade blamed for added stress on Gen. Smith doing two demanding jobs without help
Officials say blockade leaves military without most seasoned advice with unfilled posts across branches