Norquist becomes acting defense secretary as Biden becomes president

摘要

David Norquist has officially become acting defense secretary, following the inauguration of President Biden. Norquist previously served as deputy defense secretary. "In his capacity as acting secretary, Norquist will maintain continuity and readiness of the department until a defense secretary is confirmed," according to a statement from the Pentagon. The Defense Department has also released a succession plan, naming officials who will temporarily serve in senior positions until political appointees are put in place. The acting secretary of the Army is John Whitley, the acting secretary of the Navy is Tom Harker and the acting secretary of the Air Force is John Roth.