Senator Tuberville Lifts Hold on Most Military Nominations

Continues to Block Promotions of 10 Four-Star Generals and Admirals in Protest of Defense Department's Abortion Policy

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville ends his hold on most high-ranking military nominations, allowing for about 400 appointments to move forward.
Tuberville's hold was in protest of a Defense Department policy to reimburse travel expenses for military personnel seeking abortions or other reproductive care, a policy put in place after the Supreme Court's 2022 ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.
Despite lifting the hold on most nominations, Tuberville continues to block the promotions of 10 four-star generals and admirals.
Tuberville's hold had been criticized by both GOP and Democratic Senate members, with some arguing that it jeopardized national security.
The practice of senators placing holds on legislation has become more frequent in recent decades, with senators using it to protest various issues.