President Trump’s choice to take the No. 2 job at the Pentagon had a rocky confirmation hearing June 20, with Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman John McCain (R-Ariz.) at one point threatening to withhold his nomination from a vote and other lawmakers questioning how he will overcome his lack of experience in the Defense Department.
Washington Post: Trump’s pick for the No. 2 Pentagon job faces tough questions during confirmation hearing
(Archive photo) Patrick Shanahan addresses a press conference on June 16, 2009 during the 48th international Paris Air Show at Le Bourget airport. Shanahan has been nominated to be deputy defense secretary.
