The Senate on Feb. 4 confirmed Army Lt. Gen. John Nicholson for his fourth star and new role as commander of US operations in Afghanistan. Nicholson, who will assume command of Operation Resolute Support from retiring Gen. John Campbell, was quickly confirmed by voice vote on Feb. 4. As commander, Nicholson will oversee thousands of US and coalition troops as the Afghan forces attempt to take the lead during the summer fighting season. Campbell told a Senate committee Feb. 4 that he recommends 9,800 US troops remain in the country throughout the summer, though he said he is still preparing to draw down to 5,500 by Jan. 1, 2017.
US Space Command Should Always Be Led by a Guardian
Sept. 12, 2026
General Stephen Whiting took command of U.S. Space Command in January 2024, and if customary three-year tenures hold, his tour would end in January 2027. The question now before the President and Senate is who should follow him? Whoever they choose, it has to be a Guardian—and so should every successor…
