Pentagon Orders 20% Cut In Four-Star Officers
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth ordered a 20% cut in active-duty 4-star generals and admirals, along with reductions in National Guard and overall senior ranks. Aiming to streamline leadership, the move aligns with Trump administration shakeups. Hegseth emphasized “less generals, more GIs,” citing WWII-era officer levels. Cuts will roll out in 2 phases.