Governor Ron DeSantis Presides Over Florida National Guard Change of Command Ceremony …….

By | April 6, 2019

Released by Governor Ron DeSantis’s Office …

Starke, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis presided over the Florida National Guard’s Change of Command Ceremony. The official ceremony represents the formal transition of authority and command from outgoing Adjutant General, Major General Michael Calhoun, to incoming Adjutant General, Major General James O. Eifert.

“Major General Eifert brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that includes multiple staff and command assignments at the state and national levels supporting combat operations over the skies of Iraq and state emergency response operations throughout Florida,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “His vast experience and aptitude for leadership will be critical to discharge the duties of the Florida National Guard.”