GOP Senator's Abortion Policy Stalls Military Promotions, Draws Criticism.

Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville is facing bipartisan criticism for blocking the promotions of over 150 military generals and flag officers in protest of a new Defense Department policy that provides travel expenses and paid time off for service members and their dependents seeking abortions. Tuberville is using a procedural tactic to block the speedy consideration of the promotions until the policy is changed. The move has drawn criticism from some Republicans, including Sen. Susan Collins of Maine, who said she is concerned about holding the promotions of members of the military as opposed to political nominees.