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Defense Secretary Ousts Leaders in 'Woke' Military Shakeup

2/23/2025

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Hegseth Reshapes Military

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has shaken up the military by ousting high-ranking legal officers and leaders, notably Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Gen. James C. Slife. This bold move comes on the heels of President Trump's firing of Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., as they seek to replace "woke" figures with those embodying a "warrior culture." The decision has sparked outrage among Democrats and military veterans alike.

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Trump Dismisses General

In a surprising shake-up, President Trump has dismissed Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. from his position as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff after 16 months, marking a significant moment as he was only the second Black general to hold the role. Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan “Razin” Caine is set to take over, pending Senate confirmation, alongside other military leadership changes.

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Hegseth Reshapes Military

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has shaken up the military by ousting high-ranking legal officers and leaders, notably Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Gen. James C. Slife. This bold move comes on the heels of President Trump's firing of Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., as they seek to replace "woke" figures with those embodying a "warrior culture." The decision has sparked outrage among Democrats and military veterans alike.

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