General Lengyel is the right man for this critical position and the depth and breadth of his experience make him exceptionally well-qualified.
Texas Insider Report: WASHINGTON DC Today before the Senate Armed Services Committee U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) introduced Lt. Gen. Joseph Lengyel a fellow Texan during his confirmation hearing as
the nominee to serve as the next Chief of the National Guard Bureau. Excerpts from Sen. Cornyns remarks
can be found below and video can be found
here.
In addition to ensuring that our national guardsmen are able and ready to do their job the chief of the National Guard Bureau must be able to provide sage military advice to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff the Secretary of Defense and the President of the United States. General Lengyel is the right man for this critical position and the depth and breadth of his experience make him exceptionally well-qualified.
His 34 years of distinguished military service include an array of operational staff and command assignments as well as service in Operations Desert Storm Provide Comfort Southern Watch and Enduring Freedom.
Once confirmed General Lengyels experience and leadership will be instrumental in guiding the National Guard as it faces a myriad of challenges both at home and abroad. Mr. Chairman thank you for giving me a few minutes to introduce General Lengyel and Im pleased to introduce him to the committee and recommend his confirmation."
