Hegseth’s 20% Military Purge Sparks Outrage and Concerns
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth mandated a 20% reduction in four-star generals and admirals, currently numbering 37, along with a 20% decrease in National Guard general officers and a 10% reduction in all general and flag officers (approximately 900). This restructuring aims to streamline military leadership and eliminate redundancies. These actions are part of a broader administration initiative to reduce the size of the federal government, and reflect Hegseth’s previously stated concerns about excessive senior leadership and alleged politicization within the military.
John Q. Hosedrinker