US defence pick will face tackling major problems

Mark Esper is likely to be fast-tracked for confirmation as permanent US defense secretary

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  • Budget battles
  • Contentious issues
  • Climate change
  • Transgender rights
  • Military justice
  • Other challenges
  • Revolving door
  • Defence dynamics
  • Pentagon transparency
  • Defence diplomacy

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