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WASHINGTON - Texas Senator Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury) has been nominated by the Trump Administration to serve in a position at the Pentagon.

Sen. Birdwell gets Trump nomination

Birdwell has been nominated to serve as an assistant Secretary of Defense, vice Christopher Joseph Lowman.

The Granbury senator had previously announced in June his intent not to seek reelection. He's held his seat for the past 15 years.

During the 89th Texas Legislative Session, Birdwell chaired the Texas Senate Committees on Border Security and Natural Resources. He also serves on the Committees on Nominations; State Affairs; and Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs.

What's next:

The nomination was sent to the Senate Monday, and currently awaits approval.

Texas Senator Brian Birdwell

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