David Norquist Takes Over As Acting US Secretary Of Defense - Pentagon
Faizan Hashmi Published January 21, 2021 | 12:14 AM
Deputy Secretary of Defense David Norquist has taken over as acting secretary of defense, the Pentagon announced in a statement on Wednesday immediately after the inauguration of President Joe Biden
WASHINGTON (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 20th January, 2021) Deputy Secretary of Defense David Norquist has taken over as acting secretary of defense, the Pentagon announced in a statement on Wednesday immediately after the inauguration of President Joe Biden.
"At 12:01 p.m., Jan. 20, David L. Norquist assumed the duties of Acting Secretary of Defense," the statement said. "In his capacity as acting secretary, Norquist will maintain continuity and readiness of the Department until a defense secretary is confirmed."
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