Biden nominates Charles Q. Brown Jr as Chief of Staff
In a ceremony held at the White House, US President Biden announced that he has named Air Force Commander General Brown as the next Chief of Staff.
Noting that Brown’s father and grandfather were also soldiers who served in the US military in the past, Biden spoke about his experience as a military pilot and his contributions to the military.
Biden praised Brown’s military knowledge and skills, noting that he has served in Europe, the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific. Noting that Brown has earned the respect of allies and partners around the world, Biden also referred to his role in the coalition established against the terrorist organization DAESH.
Stating that it is necessary to act quickly in the face of changes and adapt quickly to them, Biden pointed out that it is necessary to manage the competition with China well and face the reality of the war in Europe.
Biden urged the Senate to confirm Brown’s nomination with bipartisan support.
THANKS TO MILLEY FROM BIDEN
Biden thanked the current Chief of Staff, General Mark Milley, for his services and said that Milley led the military in the most complex security environment the world has ever faced.
Biden affirmed that they have strengthened their alliances in NATO and the Indo-Pacific during this period and called attention to the fact that they have established new alliances such as the triple security pact (AUKUS) announced between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. .
Stating that they are grappling with challenges like threats in space and cyberspace, climate change, and global epidemics, Joe Biden said: “We have ended the longest war in American history. We continue to drive terrorists away from the battlefield, and as defenders of freedom against Russian aggression, we unite the world and stand with the brave Ukrainian people.” he said.
SUPPORT OF AUSTIN MINISTER OF DEFENSE
In his written statement, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he enthusiastically welcomed Biden’s nomination for Chief of Staff and emphasized that Brown is a military leader with strategic capabilities.
The four-year term of the current Chief of Staff, General Mark Milley, ends this year.
If Biden’s new nominee makes it to the Senate, Brown Jr. will become the second black American in US history to serve as chief of staff, after Colin Powell.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE US STRATEGY WITH CHINA WORKS IN THE PACIFIC
Brown stands out for his first posting in his military career and his last assignment before becoming Commander of the Air Force Pacific.
After serving as an F-16 pilot in the Air Force, Brown was Commander of the US Air Forces Pacific before becoming Commander of the US Air Force.
In addition to his interest in doctrine and strategies, he is also known as the father of the “Speed ​​or Lose” concept, which argues that military investments need to be accelerated, especially in competition with China, otherwise the US will lose out. competition with China.
According to this concept, if the US does not speed up to invest in new, more advanced weapons instead of augmenting existing weapons systems, it will lose its competition with China in all areas.
Brown argues that within the scope of this concept, the US military should also be restructured.
His interest in the Pacific region and global military trends is said to make him stand out from his rival, Marine Corps Major David Berger.
ONE OF THE MOST EFFECTIVE PILOTS IN THE USA.
Known as a top US Air Force pilot with more than 2,900 flight hours, 130 of which were in combat, Brown has served in roles as Flight Instructor and Combat Weapons Systems Instructor for the US Air Force, where elite pilots can participate, in a short period of time in their career.
Having taken important roles in the aircraft and weapons training of American pilots since the late 1990s, Brown also held positions as fleet commander and weapons systems commander at Central Forces Command (CENTCOM), whose area of mission is the Middle East.
In addition to the Kosovo and Bosnian wars, Brown also participated in the 2002 invasions of Afghanistan and 2003 Iraq.
In addition to his overseas duties, the US general also served as chief of staff to the Secretary General of the Air Force, from operations command at US Air Force Command.
VIDEO PUBLISHED ABOUT RACISM IN THE US MILITARY ON FLOYD EVENTS
One of the important factors that contributed to the recognition of General Brown in the public was the publication of a video about racism in the USA. Protests in the country turned into violent acts.
On June 5, 2020, a few days after the Floyd incidents spread across the country, the US Air Force released Brown’s statement.
In the video that caused a media stir in a short time, Brown spoke about his experiences in the US military as a black soldier.
“Are you known as a good pilot?” He claimed that he was exposed to prejudices derived from “being of African origin”.
Brown complained, “I can’t fix centuries of racism in our country, I can’t fix decades of discrimination that has plagued members of our Air Force,” and his speech was on America’s agenda.
This speech by Brown is said to have made him a favorite among Democrats and Biden made his choice with this in mind. (AA)
Source: Sozcu
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