[https://edition.cnn.com/2021/03/03/politics/schumer-senate-sergeant-at-arms/index.html](https://edition.cnn.com/2021/03/03/politics/schumer-senate-sergeant-at-arms/index.html) Lieutenant General Karen Gibson, Kelly Fado and Jennifer Hemingway are all exceptionally qualified for this vital Senate office, which not only serves the institution but also the country," Schumer said in a statement, also acknowledging the historic makeup of the new team. "This will also be the first time since the office was created in 1789 that the SAA leadership team will be comprised entirely of women."