DrALJONES9h ago

Report: Hegseth has removed, forcibly retired, or blocked promotion of 12+ senior US military officers across multiple branches.

These include "combat-tested commanders with decades of operational experience in Iraq, Afghanistan, the Gulf War & other major US military campaigns" often based on their race, gender, or alignment with Biden policies.

Steps were taken to block or delay promotions of many Black or female senior officers.

https://www.trtworld.com/article/42f5b8e54457

#USPol #EUPol #Hegseth #news .

Here's how Pete Hegseth sent a seismic shock across US military as war with Iran rages on

Pentagon chief removes Army Chief of Staff and several senior officers in latest move that has seen over a dozen top US military officials forced into retirement, removed, or blocked from promotion, including combat-tested commanders.

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