Hegseth Purges Pentagon Advisors, Seeking ‘Fresh Thinking’ Amidst Criticism
Secretary Hegseth has initiated a large-scale removal of members from Pentagon advisory boards, aiming to inject “fresh thinking” into defense policy. This unprecedented restructuring, while allowing for potential reappointments, has involved dismissing numerous former officials, industry leaders, and academics. Although the boards themselves remain, the extent of the changes marks a significant shift in the Pentagon’s advisory structure. This action follows other substantial alterations within the Department of Defense under Hegseth’s leadership, including personnel changes and the dissolution of the Office of Net Assessment.
John Q. Hosedrinker