After cardiac arrest over a week ago, Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith “continues on his path to full recovery” and will transfer to an inpatient rehabilitation center, a military report said late Wednesday.
According to a press release, his medical staff recommended the move due to his physical health and “rapid improvement,” but the Marine Corps did not specify a date.
Following his medical emergency, Smith was transported to a hospital in Washington, D.C. He wrote to the force last week, thanking them for their support and saying his “recovery is going well.”
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“More importantly, I am honored to join my fellow Marines in commemorating 248 years of our cherished Corps,” he said before Friday’s ceremony.
“Like many of you, I’ve celebrated our birthday in a variety of ‘climes and places’ over the years, but what matters most is that we’re together as a family—spiritually, if not physically,” he added. Help students, siblings, and lost friends. Marines, enjoy yourself, and happy birthday!”
Marine General Christopher Mahoney:
General Christopher Mahoney has been stepping in for General Christopher Smit since becoming assistant commandant this month. General Christopher Mahoney has been stepping in for General Christopher Smith since becoming assistant commandant this month.
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Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, delayed hundreds of promotions and applicants Thursday to resolve the months-long Mahoney confirmation battle. He blocked promotions to protest the Pentagon’s abortion travel reimbursement policy.
“I appreciate the sense of urgency. Regarding this, I’m not attempting to be hard-headed.” “I know we’ve had some unusual issues in recent weeks,” he told on Tuesday. “It has an impact on our nation.” “I desire to complete this promptly, but in the proper manner.”
Smith’s health and Israel–Hamas hostilities, for which U.S. forces are stationed nearby, are recent concerns.
Last month, Defense officials told Military that the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit was deploying “to the waters off of Israel.”
The health statement states that Smith’s medical staff believes inpatient rehabilitation will hasten his return to duty.
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