McKenzie, who was one of the two U.S. generals who oversaw the evacuation, told lawmakers that the administration’s insistence at keeping the embassy open and fully operational was the “fatal flaw that created what happened in August," according to the report.
House Republicans release report blaming Biden for disastrous end to U.S. war in Afghanistan
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“What the carrier brings is an offensive platform that’s mobile, agile and doesn’t have any access, basing or overflight restrictions,” said retired Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie, who headed U.S. Central Command for three years, ending in 2022.
A U.S. aircraft carrier and crew have fought Houthi attacks for months. How long can it last?
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