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Marines’ Top General Spoke of Unsustainable Workload Before Collapse

DOUBLE DUTY

Tommy Tuberville's hold on military nominations meant that the Marines’ top officer, Gen. Eric Smith, worked from 5 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. days without a second in command.

Chaya Tong
Chaya Tong 

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Gen. Eric Smith
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Chaya Tong

Chaya Tong

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