Defense & Military

Hyten Confirmed to Become Next Vice Chairman of Joint Chiefs

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The Senate confirmed Air Force Gen. John Hyten to become the next Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on Sept. 26, by a vote of 75-22.
The vote to promote the current U.S. Strategic Command commander comes after several months of drawn-out debate over allegations…

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