WASHINGTON, Aug 14 (Reuters) - The U.S. Navy on Monday became the third branch of the military to no longer have a Senate-confirmed leader for the first time in history, as a Republican senator continues to block military nominations.

Retiring Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Mike Gilday gave up command on Monday. The Navy, Army and Marine Corps are now all without a confirmed leader.

  • WtfEvenIsExistence3️@reddthat.com
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    Well, elections can cost a lot of money if it happens too frequently.

    But at least we don’t have to deal with election campaign ads all the time, since election dates are unpredictable.

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      Some places with things like snap elections also have limits on campaign lengths and how much money can be used in an election.

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      us Elections cost lots of money anyways because of superPACs and how long one cycle is (campaigning starts YEARS early).