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Pentagon Prepares Layoffs Amid Rising Global Tensions

2/21/2025

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The Pentagon braces for layoffs targeting probationary staff as federal budget cuts loom. Tensions escalate between Trump and Zelensky regarding Ukraine, while the U.S. denounces China's provocative actions near a Philippine aircraft. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Hegseth considers dismissing senior officers, and the Pentagon struggles to meet zero trust compliance standards.

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The Pentagon braces for layoffs targeting probationary staff as federal budget cuts loom. Tensions escalate between Trump and Zelensky regarding Ukraine, while the U.S. denounces China's provocative actions near a Philippine aircraft. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Hegseth considers dismissing senior officers, and the Pentagon struggles to meet zero trust compliance standards.