Pentagon officials are trying to secure LaNeve’s nomination for the next Army Chief of Staff as some lawmakers hesitate. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is standing by the nomination amid concerns about the service secretary’s potential departure.
WHO:Pete Hegseth
WHAT:Hegseth stands by LaNeve’s nomination for next Army Chief of Staff as lawmakers reportedly hesitate.
WHEN:Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Lawmakers have reportedly expressed hesitation about LaNeve’s nomination, alongside concerns about the Army secretary’s potential departure.
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