Military Command Nominations

The Senate Armed Service heard testimony from nominees, Lt. Gen. James T. Hill, USA, for appointment to the grade of general and assignment … read more

The Senate Armed Service heard testimony from nominees, Lt. Gen. James T. Hill, USA, for appointment to the grade of general and assignment as Commander in Chief, United States Southern Command, and Vice Adm. Edmund P. Giambastiani, Jr., USN, for appointment to the grade of admiral and assignment as Commander in Chief, United States Joint Forces Command. The nominees testified and answered questions in their own behalf. Lt. Gen. Hill was introduced by Senator Bob Graham (D-FL), and Vice Adm. Giambastiani was introduced by Senator John Warner (R-VA) The senior military officers testified about their nominations to new command positions. The addressed such issues as conflict in Colombia, military training, and potential military engagement overseas. close

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Military Command Nominations

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Program ID:
171500-1
Category:
Senate Committee
Format:
Senate Committee
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jul 26, 2002 | 3:38pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
Last Aired:
Jul 29, 2002 | 11:05am EDT | C-SPAN 3

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  • Jul 26, 2002 | 3:38pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Jul 26, 2002 | 7:02pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Jul 27, 2002 | 4:42am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Jul 29, 2002 | 11:05am EDT | C-SPAN 3
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