Marine Corps commandant hospitalized after ‘medical emergency,’ officials say Monday, October 30 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith was hospitalized after a "medical emergency" on Sunday evening, officials said on Monday.Further details about Smith's health were not immediately released.Lt. Gen. Karsten Heckl, deputy commandant for combat development and integration, is carrying out the duties... Read More.
Marine Corps without confirmed commandant for 1st time since 1910 after GOP senator’s blockade Monday, July 10 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- Gen. David Berger stepped down as commandant of the Marine Corps Monday, but had no permanent successor to hand off to, leaving the service without a Senate-confirmed leader for the first time since 1910.The lapse in command is because Republican Sen. Tommy... Read More.