New service chiefs confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Any insights concerning them?

2015-08-07T05:13:43-04:00

Lawmakers approved the Obama administration nominations of Lieutenant General Robert Neller to be the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Mark Milley to be the Army Chief of Staff, and Admiral John Richardson to be the Chief of Naval Operations.

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http://www.stripes.com/news/us/after-tense-hearings-senate-approves-military-chiefs-1.361783

After tense hearings, Senate approves military chiefs

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed new uniformed leaders of the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, completing a change in the lineup for the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Response by SFC Stephen King made Aug 7 at 2015 5:20 AM

2015-08-07T05:20:24-04:00

The changing of the guard. I am optimistic that these men will help guide our administration in the right direction.

Response by Cpl Jeff N. made Aug 7 at 2015 6:28 AM

2015-08-07T06:28:23-04:00

I hope they have serious BS deflector shields and can hold out for about a year and a half. Hopefully then, the American people will then provide them with a commander in chief that is fully supportive of the military, their efforts and sacrifice on behalf of this country.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Aug 7 at 2015 7:43 AM

2015-08-07T07:43:30-04:00

We need leaders who are not politically correct and aren't afraid to make tough decisions and lead from the front

Response by SFC Stephen King made Aug 7 at 2015 10:57 AM

2015-08-07T10:57:42-04:00

http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/news03/former-fort-drum-commander-confirmed-as-army-chief-of-staff-20150807

Former Fort Drum commander confirmed as Army Chief of Staff

Response by GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad made Aug 7 at 2015 10:59 AM

2015-08-07T10:59:52-04:00

Stellar submarine boss OK'd for CNO post ...

http://www.navytimes.com/story/military/pentagon/2015/08/06/richardson-cno-senate-confirmation/31188849/

Stellar submarine boss OK'd for CNO post

"I am honored and humbled," Adm. John Richardson said of being chosen to be the next chief of naval operations.

Response by GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad made Aug 7 at 2015 11:08 AM

2015-08-07T11:08:31-04:00

https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/meet-lt-gen-robert-neller-nominee-to-be-the-next-marine-corps-commandant

Meet Lt. Gen. Robert Neller, nominee to be the next Marine Corps commandant. | RallyPoint

Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Robert B. Neller, left, visits Camp Lejeune, N.C., on March 3. (Lance Cpl. Abraham Lopez, 2nd Marine Division Combat Camera/U.S. Marine Corps) Lt. Gen. Robert B. Neller, a veteran infantry officer who commanded troops in Iraq from 2005 to 2007, has been selected to serve as the Marine Corps’ new top officer, Defense Secretary Ashton B. Carter said Wednesday. The general’s nomination was announced in a news conference at...

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 7 at 2015 11:22 AM

2015-08-07T11:22:12-04:00

As long as they protect the integrity of their Branch of Service and make informed decisions that doesn’t harm the welfare of their men and women who serve, then I will not have a problem with them.

Response by Maj Chris Nelson made Aug 7 at 2015 1:27 PM

2015-08-07T13:27:29-04:00

As long as they are not there to be political puppets, I have no problem with it. See the ball, Call the ball. Less sugar coating, more cut the BS and call it like it is. TOOOOOO much Politically Correct for my liking.... call it done.

Response by SMSgt Gary Calhoun made Aug 15 at 2015 8:31 AM

2015-08-15T08:31:24-04:00

I am cautiously optimistic. Gen Neller has at least attended (and taught) at The Basic School - something not all of his infantry predecessors could say. Adm. John Richardson is a brain and glows in the dark, with command of several boats. Gen Milley has the 11- and 18-series time and enough overseas bars and campaign stars to be credible. That said, they are politicians in uniform - advocating for their budgets and trying to improve quality of life and training issues. It should be a challenge for them in a time of tight resources, changing ops, significant social change and civilian leadership that might be construed as difficult at best. I wish them well.

Response by Sgt Tom Cunnally made Aug 15 at 2015 11:12 AM

2015-08-15T11:12:19-04:00

I only hope l these new leaders will not let the Obama Administration's Valerie Jarrett and Susan Rice try to force their policies on them. And I am curious to see how Gen Joe Dunford & Obama get along...

Response by SSG Thomas Brousseau made Oct 29 at 2015 11:13 PM

2015-10-29T23:13:42-04:00

General Mark Milley was my Battalion Commander from 1996-1997 when I proudly served in the 1/506 INF, Currahee! at Camp Greaves, "FEPA" Korea. He is an Outstanding Soldier and the most competent leader that I ever had the privilege to serve. Of all my years of service I can't think of any other leader more suited for the position of the Army Chief of Staff.

Response by GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad made Oct 29 at 2015 11:29 PM

2015-10-29T23:29:00-04:00

Response by SGT William Howell made Oct 30 at 2015 9:30 AM

2015-10-30T09:30:25-04:00

Good luck un-fucking this goat! Now go out and do good things!

Response by SGT William Howell made Oct 30 at 2015 9:31 AM

2015-10-30T09:31:11-04:00

I for one am looking forward to seeing the new uniform the Chief of Staff of the Army is going to come up with.

Never can have too many uniform changes!