Trump Nominates Dan Caine as Chairman of Joint Chiefs, Hung Cao as Under Secretary of Navy, and Tilman Fertitta as Ambassador to Italy

Former President Donald Trump has submitted a series of nominations to the Senate for key military, intelligence, and diplomatic roles. Among the notable nominations is retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan 'Razin' Caine, who has been nominated to serve as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Caine's nomination was formalized by the Pentagon, with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announcing the move. In addition to Caine, Trump has nominated Hung Cao for the position of Under Secretary of the Navy and Tilman Fertitta as Ambassador to Italy. The nominations come at a time when there is a call for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness within the armed services, as emphasized by various officials, including Senator Tommy Tuberville, who supports Caine's appointment as part of Trump's 'Peace Through Strength' agenda.