Category: Department of Defense
News related to military affairs, primarily regarding the U.S. Department of Defense.
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No, Obama Did Not Purge the Military
When I recently called Donald Trump’s recent firings amongst the Joint Chiefs of Staff a purge of military officers, I received criticism that President Obama did the same, and purged 197 generals from the ranks over five years. From what I have found, this didn’t happen. Where Did the Claim Come From? The only source… Read more
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Trump and Hegseth Begin Purging Military Officers
Trump and Hegseth have begun purging senior military officers today. Amongst those relieved (all for political reasons, not cause), include: Additionally, the following Judge Advocates General will likely be removed based on Hegseth’s memo calling for nominations: The memo also called for a nomination for Navy JAG. RADM Lia M. Reynolds (the Deputy JAG) is… Read more