### Question
What is the definition of covered official of the Department of Defense?


### Answer
The definition of **covered official of the Department of Defense** is as follows in *10 U.S.C. § 988*:

> any of the following:


(A) A civilian appointed to a position in the Department of Defense by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 988*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-General Military Law > PART II-PERSONNEL > CHAPTER 49-MISCELLANEOUS PROHIBITIONS AND PENALTIES**

