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U.S. deputy nuclear commander fired over gambling probe
Source: Reuters
U.S. deputy nuclear commander fired over gambling probe
WASHINGTON | Wed Oct 9, 2013 6:39pm EDT
(Reuters) - The deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, which oversees the American military's nuclear arsenal and its space operations, has been relieved from his job during an investigation into issues related to gambling, a U.S. official said on Wednesday.
Navy Vice Admiral Tim Giardina, who had already been suspended from his post on September 3, was notified on Wednesday that he was formally relieved. He will also drop in rank from a three-star to two-star admiral because of the loss of his command, the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Reuters previously reported his suspension from the post.
Giardina is believed to have used at least $1,500 in fake gambling chips while playing poker as a casino in Iowa, the Omaha World-Herald newspaper has reported, quoting a local prosecutor.
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WASHINGTON | Wed Oct 9, 2013 6:39pm EDT
(Reuters) - The deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, which oversees the American military's nuclear arsenal and its space operations, has been relieved from his job during an investigation into issues related to gambling, a U.S. official said on Wednesday.
Navy Vice Admiral Tim Giardina, who had already been suspended from his post on September 3, was notified on Wednesday that he was formally relieved. He will also drop in rank from a three-star to two-star admiral because of the loss of his command, the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Reuters previously reported his suspension from the post.
Giardina is believed to have used at least $1,500 in fake gambling chips while playing poker as a casino in Iowa, the Omaha World-Herald newspaper has reported, quoting a local prosecutor.
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Read more: http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/10/09/us-usa-military-admiral-fired-idUSBRE9981BC20131009
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