[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 147 (Wednesday, September 5, 2018)]
[Senate]
[Page S6035]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      SENATOR INHOFE NEXT CHAIRMAN OF THE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE

  Mr. McCONNELL. Madam President, speaking of continuing John McCain's 
legacy, I am also happy that our colleagues on the Armed Services 
Committee have officially chosen Senator Inhofe to serve as their next 
chairman. Jim Inhofe filled in for Senator McCain during a difficult 
year. He rose to the occasion and helped lead the committee in passing 
crucial legislation that honored the example of his predecessor and the 
volunteers who defend our Nation. He possesses rich experience on the 
committee, including decades of work on behalf of American 
servicemembers, as well as his own military service. Congratulations 
and thanks to Senator Inhofe.

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