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General tapped to lead US operations in Latin America grilled over presence in region
Lt. Gen. Francis Donovan faces Senate questions on readiness and unclear long-term plans as U.S. military presence in Latin America expands amid recent operations, watchdogs say.
- The Marine Corps general nominated to run U.S. Southern Command said Thursday he stands ready to oversee an expanded U.S. presence in Latin America and, if confirmed, will replace Navy Adm. Alvin Holsey.
- Donovan acknowledged a renewed interest in the region that could change Southern Command, headquartered in Doral, Florida, while senators questioned if the U.S. pivot to the Western Hemisphere will reshape SouthCom this year.
- Donovan said he does not know the operational plans because his current role does not involve regional planning, and Democrats plus Sen. Angus King pressed him for a long-term strategy.
- With no vote announced, lawmakers from both parties said they expect the nominations to be approved, and the Capitol Hill hearing on Thursday signaled active congressional oversight.
- The operations, including boat strikes and tanker seizures, prompted lawmakers to press the administration on legal justifications amid the largest regional buildup in generations.
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General tapped to lead US operations in Latin America grilled over presence in region
The Marine Corps general tapped to lead U.S. military operations in Latin America says he's ready to oversee an expanded presence but isn't sure what the Trump administration has planned.
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