Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

U.S. SENATOR Jeff Bingaman

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Contact Senator Bingaman's Office:

Jude McCartin
Maria Najera
703 Hart Building
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510
(202) 224-5521

Bingaman: Senate Approves Petraeus Nomination

WASHINGTON – In a unanimous vote, the Senate today approved the nomination of General David Petraeus to lead our forces in Afghanistan.

“General Petraeus has been a tremendous leader and a steady hand at overseeing our military operations.  President Obama made an excellent decision choosing him to lead this crucial mission,” Bingaman said.

As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Bingaman voted Tuesday to approve his nomination.