For the first time, a career member can transfer their benefits to their families.
Lindsey Graham
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Lindsey Olin Graham is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from South Carolina since 2003. A member of the Republican Party, Graham has been a prominent figure in national politics, known for his work on issues such as national security, foreign policy, and judicial appointments. He has played a key role in various legislative efforts and has been an outspoken advocate for military support to Ukraine in recent years.
Yes, they are two different events. I totally agree with that, but it is coming out of one basic pocket here, and that pocket is not large enough, in my opinion, to meet all the needs of the Active-Duty Forces.
Is there anything more we could do to help any of the Services to give you the flexibility and money you need to retain key people?
From the Navy point of view, Admiral Ferguson, I have been told that the Navy is short 191 JAGs and 63 enlisted personnel.
I have been told that we are going to increase to 27,000 Active-Duty marines, but this does not include any increase in the number of Marine Judge Advocates General (JAG).
It has been a tough 8 years. Our men and women in uniform and their civilian counterparts being deployed overseas and their families have really borne a heavy burden.
It is a joy being on this committee. I think all members work in a bipartisan fashion, but no one has been easier to get along with than Senator Nelson.
The Geneva Convention to me has always been a warehousing agreement between the signatory nations.





