Biden Taps Gen. Charles Brown as First Black Joint Chiefs Chairman

President Biden is expected to nominate Air Force Gen. Charles Brown as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, elevating the first Black officer to the military's highest rank.
If confirmed by the Senate, Brown would succeed Gen. Mark Milley and become the second African American chairman of the Joint Chiefs after Colin Powell.
Brown is known for promoting diversity in the ranks, speaking out against racism and cautioning China over its ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region.
Biden's choice signals a continuation of his pledge to build a diverse administration as America's first Black president and vice president took office.
The landmark nominations of Brown and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, the first Black Pentagon chief, reflect Biden's belief that diversity in leadership strengthens national security.