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Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. (born November 20, 1942) is an American politician who served as the 47th vice president of the United States from 2009 to 2017 and represented Delaware in the U.S. Senate from 1973 to 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, Biden is the presumptive Democratic nominee for president in the 2020 election. He unsuccessfully sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 1988 and in 2008.
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Biden defense secretary pick puts Democrats who opposed Mattis' waiver in a tough spot
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foxnews.comPresident-Elect Joe Biden has nominated Retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin to serve in his administration as Defense Secretary, and some Democratic lawmakers will face a difficult decision when considering his candidacy.
Typically, in order for an individual to serve in the post he or she must be at least seven years removed from military service.
Austin does not meet those requirements – he left the military in 2014 – which means lawmakers in the House and Senate would need to approve a waiver allowing him to serve.
Some Democrats were opposed to granting former Defense Secretary James Mattis who sought and received a waiver under President Trump.
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