Admiral Kirby Criticizes Tuberville's Comments That Military is Not Equal Opportunity Employer

Tuberville said the military 'is not an equal opportunity employer'
Retired Admiral John Kirby criticized Tuberville's comments on CNN
Tuberville voted against Air Force Gen. Charles "CQ" Brown's confirmation
Kirby discussed Tuberville's comments with CNN's Brianna Keilar
The comments were made after Tuberville voted against Brown's confirmation

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