US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth plans to cut general and admiral positions by 20 percent, doubling last year's reduction, with an announcement expected Wednesday at Marine Corps Base Quantico. The move affects roughly 800 one- to four-star roles by January 2027, amid concerns over political interference and strained relations with senior Pentagon officials.
Hegseth to Cut 20 Percent of US General, Admiral Posts
Source: Al Jazeera