
Defense Secretary Ash Carter on Wednesday issued a statement to troops and civilian employees of the military promising a smooth transition to the Donald Trump administration.“I am committed to overseeing the orderly transition to the next commander in chief,” Carter wrote. “I know I can count on you to execute all your duties with the excellence our citizens know they can expect.”As president-elect, Donald Trump will begin receiving uncensored classified briefings on defense and national security issues immediately. He has…