White House: Senate GOP harming national security by stalling ambassador nominations

Source: Agence France-Presse

By Agence France-Presse
Wednesday, June 25, 2014 9:14 EDT

The White House blamed Senate Republicans for putting US national security at risk by thwarting the swift confirmation of a long list of President Barack Obama’s ambassador picks — some to hot-spot nations.

National Security Advisor Susan Rice said 48 of Obama’s nominations for ambassador overseas were pending and awaiting confirmation by the chamber.

“I am focused every day on keeping our country secure and our citizens — at home and abroad — safe,” said Rice in a White House blog post.

“These goals are hindered and our stature abroad is weakened when we are not fielding a full team,” she said.

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