Retired Army Major General Robert Harding has withdrawn his name from consideration as head of the Transportation Security Administration. A 33-year Army veteran, Harding headed a consulting firm after retirement that held government contracts, and some of those contracts have been cited for overpayment. President Obama’s second nominee for the post, Harding said he chose to withdraw rather than compromise the process through what he called a “distraction.” Harding was seen as an ally to general aviation, having referred to GA as a “stakeholder” in maintaining national security, and not just a “threat.”
Latest TSA Top Nominee Withdraws Under Scrutiny
Key Takeaways:
- Retired Army Major General Robert Harding, President Obama's second nominee for TSA head, has withdrawn his name from consideration.
- Harding cited "distraction" stemming from past government contracts held by his consulting firm, some of which were cited for overpayment.
- He was known for his view of general aviation as a national security "stakeholder" rather than merely a "threat."
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