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Read. Follow. Verify.Nomination of Stephen Feinberg for Deputy Secretary of Defense
Record date · March 14, 2025
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What This Bill Does
Senator Wicker spoke in the Senate to support the nomination of Stephen Feinberg as the . The nomination was previously approved by the Armed Services Committee with an 18-to-9 vote.
The is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Pentagon, including managing its budget, personnel, and internal reforms.
Who It Affects
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Department of Defense
The agency will be managed by the nominee if confirmed.
Stephen Feinberg
He is the subject of the nomination for a federal executive position.
Key Facts
- Stephen Feinberg is the nominee for Deputy Secretary of Defense.
- The Armed Services Committee reported the nomination with an 18-to-9 vote.
- The Deputy Secretary of Defense role involves overseeing Pentagon day-to-day operations, budget processes, personnel management, and internal reforms.
- Stephen Feinberg's professional background includes serving as founder, co-CEO, and chief investment officer of Cerberus.
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- Feinberg previously held responsibilities at Gruntal & Company and Drexel Burnham Lambert.
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Focus on Pentagon Reform
The nomination highlights a specific administrative focus on reforming Pentagon business practices and addressing audit issues.
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