Centcom Commander General Petraeus?

Robert Gates: “I recommended him to the president because he is absolutely the best man to do the job. The conflict in Iraq and Afghanistan are very much characterized by asymmetric warfare and I don't know anyone better prepared to deal with that. Admiral Fallon's unexpected decision to step down as commander of Central Command on March 11 created a vacancy at one of our most important combatant commands, one engaged in two wars, and on many fronts, and perhaps the most sensitive part of the world. I respectfully ask the Senate to move on them expeditiously, hopefully by Memorial Day.”

David Petraeus: “I am honored to be nominated for this position and to have an opportunity to continue to serve with America's soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, Coastguardsmen, and civilians.”