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Nomination of Stephen Feinberg for Deputy Secretary of Defense

Original title: Nomination of Stephen Feinberg (Executive Session)

March 14, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

The is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Pentagon, including managing its budget, personnel, and internal reforms.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

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.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 14, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

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.

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.
  • Feinberg previously held responsibilities at Gruntal & Company and Drexel Burnham Lambert.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Deputy Secretary of Defense do?
The Deputy Secretary oversees the day-to-day operations of the Pentagon, leads the budget process, manages personnel, and drives internal reforms.
Has the nomination been approved by a committee?
Yes, the Armed Services Committee reported the nomination to the Senate floor with an 18-to-9 vote.

Why It Matters

The is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Pentagon, including managing its budget, personnel, and internal reforms.

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policy shift90% confidence

Focus on Pentagon Reform

The nomination highlights a specific administrative focus on reforming Pentagon business practices and addressing audit issues.

Connected Entities

personStephen FeinbergNominee for Deputy Secretary of DefenseMap →
organizationArmed Services CommitteeCommittee that voted 18-to-9 to report the nominationMap →
organizationCerberusInvestment firm founded by Stephen FeinbergMap →
personRoger WickerU.S. Senator who spoke in support of the nominationMap →
locationPentagonDepartment of Defense headquartersMap →
personDonald TrumpPresident who nominated Stephen FeinbergMap →

Sources

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  • Controversy30
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  • Entertainment10
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