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Congress poised for quick action on Biden's Pentagon nominee

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WASHINGTON – The Democratic-controlled Congress is moving quickly to install retired Gen. Lloyd Austin as President Joe Biden’s secretary of defense, brushing aside concerns about his retirement inside the seven-year window that safeguards civilian leadership of the military.The House is voting Thursday on a waiver that would exempt Austin from the seven-year rule.

All signs point to quick action in the Senate after that, putting Austin on track to be confirmed as secretary by week's end.

Austin, a 41-year veteran of the Army, has promised to surround himself with qualified civilians and include them in policy decisions.

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