119th Congress Nominee record
Michael Obadal
Latest nomination Department of Defense
- Nomination records
- 1 nomination record
- Cited sources
- 1 cited sources
- Nomination snapshot
At a glance
Michael Obadal’s Army biography describes military aviation, special-operations service, and defense-technology industry work. The dated biography also records the start of his under-secretary tenure in September 2025 and explains the Army management responsibilities associated with the position.
Summary sources: [1]
Also recorded or identified as: Michael A. Obadal; Mike Obadal.
Nomination outcomes below are from the Oct 14, 2026 snapshot. Congress.gov may show subsequent actions.
Career and documented accomplishments
- The Army states that Obadal was sworn in as its thirty-sixth under secretary on September 22, 2025. [1]
- His biography describes leadership of attack-helicopter units and later special-operations work, followed by private-sector programs delivering technology to government clients. [1]
- The Army records degrees from the Virginia Military Institute, Naval War College, and National Defense University. [1]
Role and nomination context
- The under secretary is described as the Army’s chief management officer, with oversight involving business operations, personnel, acquisition strategy, and enterprise reform. [1]
Nomination history
PN26-35: Under Secretary of the Army
Confirmed- Recorded name
- Michael Obadal
- Organization
- Department of Defense
- Listed state
- Virginia
- Received
- Latest action
- Recorded vote
- 51–47
Latest recorded action
Confirmed by the Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 47. Record Vote Number: 526.
What the sources establish
- This dated biography establishes career background and the stated start of service; current policy outcomes were not independently assessed.
Sources and review date
Career and role sources reviewed . These sources may describe developments beyond the nomination snapshot; each nomination entry retains its recorded date and outcome.
- Michael A. Obadal Army biography, September 2025 (PDF)
U.S. Army. Reviewed .
Understanding these records
PN means presidential nomination. Each numbered record tracks a proposal sent to the Senate.
A Senate confirmation approves a nomination; it is not proof of current tenure or an appointment taking effect. These entries show received dates and the latest recorded action, rather than a complete legislative action timeline.
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