Lt Gen Christopher Donahue's promotion to lead U.S. Army in Europe is being blocked by Senator Markwayne Mullin, reportedly under Trump's transition team's request.
The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 culminated in significant loss, highlighted by a suicide bomb that killed 13 Americans and a drone strike that killed ten civilians.
A Pentagon spokesperson emphasized the importance of swiftly confirming all qualified nominees to prevent holds from undermining military readiness at an essential time.
Lt Gen Donahue, a 30-year veteran and the last American soldier to leave Afghanistan, faces promotion challenges amidst political maneuvers related to the evacuation.
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