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Arlington, Va. (May 25, 2023) – The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning today issued the following statement on President Joe Biden’s nomination of General Charles “CQ” Brown Jr. to become the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

“General Brown is an excellent choice to be the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He brings a wealth of experience, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, and has the right temperament and strategic approach to help lead our military as we face some of the most complex challenges of our lives. He’s highly regarded by the other chiefs and DOD civilian leadership, and already has international relationships that he can build on to keep our important global alliances and partnerships strong.”

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