Biden nominates Franchetti as first woman to lead Navy, making history

Admiral Lisa Franchetti has been nominated by Biden to be the first female Chief of Naval Operations.
Franchetti's nomination goes against Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's recommendation of Admiral Samuel Paparo.
Franchetti would be the first woman on the Joint Chiefs of Staff if confirmed by the Senate.
Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville is delaying Franchetti's confirmation in protest of a military reproductive health policy.
Franchetti is expected to serve as acting Navy chief next month when the current chief's term ends.