An Alabama senator has held up 265 nominations over a Pentagon policy ensuring access to abortion.
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The department predicts that number may rise to over 650 should the blockade continue until the end of the year. But he argues that the military positions he is blockading are not vacant as they have been filled on an acting basis. Until formally approved, the acting commandant of the Marine Corps cannot issue guidance on planning or policies, nor make major changes. Roles can only be filled by the next in command."This blockade weakens our national security," said Senator Jack Reed, the Democratic chairman of the Armed Services Committee. "Every day it goes on it has a more significant impact on operations within our military - all branches of our military.
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