Pentagon Announces New Services Secretaries, Acting SecDef

January 21, 2021
Congress/DoD | On Base

Upon inauguration of President Joe Biden, the Department of Defense announced new leadership positions across the military:

Acting secretary of the Army: John Whitley

Acting secretary of the Navy: Tom Harker

Acting secretary of the Air Force: John Roth

The DoD also confirmed in a press release that David L. Norquist will assume the duties of Acting Secretary of Defense. Norquist has served as the Deputy Secretary of Defense since July 2019.

“The peaceful transition of power is a hallmark of our nation and our democracy. I send my sincere appreciation and gratitude to the roughly 28,000 National Guard and active duty military members who are assisting local law enforcement in maintaining our nation’s legacy and preserving our future,” Norquist wrote in a statement.

“More broadly, the Department of Defense remains ready to provide forces that deter war and protect the security of our nation. We look forward to seamlessly onboarding the incoming Administration so America may maintain its strategic advantage and vast partnerships.”

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January 21, 2021
Congress/DoD | On Base

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