Just one promotion remains blocked due to officer’s views on diversity

The Senate confirmed large batches of Defense Department nominees this month, ending a 10-month blockade on military promotions for hundreds of officers — except one. As the Senate gaveled out for their holiday recess Wednesday, the promotion of Air Force Col. Benjamin Jonsson remained on hold. Even after the months-long blockade on military promotions was … Continue reading Just one promotion remains blocked due to officer’s views on diversity