Retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin is appearing Tuesday afternoon before the Senate Armed Services Committee on his nomination to be President-elect Joe Biden's defense secretary. Austin, who previously led U.S. Central Command, will require a waiver for his confirmation as he's only been retired from active duty for four years. Watch the hearing live.
Watch Live: Senate Panel Holds Hearing On Biden's Nominees
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