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Paterson Chair in international affairs at Carleton University, director of the Canadian Defence and Security Network and co-host of the Battle Rhythm podcast Over the past 20 years, the US military has become the plaything of politicians. While it started with each major party competing to accumulate endorsements of retired generals and admirals, it has now become a standoff where one senator, Tommy Tuberville, is blocking the promotions of more than 300 senior officers, keeping the offices of the heads of the Marines and Navy empty.