The week ahead

Senior defense officials are scheduled to speak at several events this week, while the Senate Armed Services Committee holds two confirmation hearings for Pentagon nominees.

Tuesday

The Senate Armed Services Committee holds a confirmation hearing for four senior defense nominees.

The Center for a New American Security hosts a discussion on strategic readiness.

The Air Force Association hosts a discussion with Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall.

Wednesday

The Center for Strategic and International Studies hosts a discussion on the Army's "Project Convergence" and multidomain operations.

Thursday

The Senate Armed Services Committee holds a confirmation hearing for four senior defense nominees.