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flag The Senate confirmed Lt. Gen. Francis Donovan as head of U.S. Southern Command on February 3, 2026, as the Trump administration expands military operations in the Western Hemisphere.

flag The U.S. Senate confirmed Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Francis Donovan as commander of U.S. Southern Command on February 3, 2026, succeeding retiring Navy Adm. Alvin Holsey. flag Donovan, a 37-year veteran with experience in infantry and special operations, will lead U.S. military operations in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. flag His confirmation coincides with the Trump administration’s expanded military focus in the Western Hemisphere, including over three dozen strikes since September targeting suspected drug trafficking vessels, resulting in at least 116 deaths. flag The White House says the operations comply with international law. flag Donovan pledged during his confirmation hearing to uphold legal standards and escalate concerns about illegal orders through proper channels. flag The move aligns with the 2026 National Defense Strategy, which emphasizes regional dominance and strategic security.

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