It’s official now. The Pentagon has formally installed John Young as its undersecretary of defense for acquisition, technology, and logistics, following confirmation by the Senate. Young has served as acting acquisition chief since July.
Air Force Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich assumed command of U.S. European Command on July 1, taking over the key assignment as the U.S. and its allies contend with a resurgent Russia and a grinding war in Ukraine.
