I will support general Austin, but I would not support the waiver. I suspect that he will -- that the waiver will pass. I will not vote for the waiver. I believe very strongly that there needs to be civilian control, civilian oversight of the military.
Senator Duckworth expresses her support for General Austin's nomination but opposes the waiver needed for his confirmation due to the importance of civilian control over the military.
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