Hegseth expected to fire more top ranking US military
Summary
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth plans to fire about 20% of top generals and admirals in the US Armed Forces. This move is part of a larger effort to change military leadership and culture, following earlier personnel cuts.Key Facts
- Hegseth will announce firings at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia.
- There are over 800 active generals and admirals in the US military branches.
- About 20% of these top officers are expected to be removed.
- Since Hegseth became defence secretary, at least 20 high-ranking leaders have left or been fired.
- Hegseth wants to promote a "war fighter ethos" and has renamed the defense department the Department of War.
- Some civil rights groups accuse Hegseth of blocking promotions of Black people and women.
- Senator Mark Kelly criticized the firings, saying experienced military leaders are being removed.
- A report said having too many senior leaders can cost more and slow decisions.
- The military leadership changes happen as the US is involved in a long conflict with Iran alongside Israel.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.
