Topic - James M. Inhofe

"The paperwork is always the last thing to come in but also isn't an excuse not to do anything," said Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman James M. Inhofe, Oklahoma Republican. "And I think we've all had meetings with him and he's a good choice, and I wouldn't criticize the president's choice."

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Mr. Inhofe also noted that China has increased its troop presence in Africa by 70% over the last five years and currently has over 50 active port projects in the region, with "more on the planning board," he added.

U.S. military defends Africa drawdown as Chinese troops surge into continent →