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Pentagon Reshuffle: LaNeve Nominated as Army's New Vice Chief

10/25/2025

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth nominated Lt. Gen. Christopher LaNeve to replace Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James Mingus.
Mingus has served less than two years and will continue duties while the nomination awaits Senate approval.
This move follows Hegseth's broader effort to reshape the Pentagon's leadership after a series of firings and reassignments.
The Pentagon faces scrutiny over Mingus's ouster, as Hegseth consolidates power and limits external influences.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth nominated Lt. Gen. Christopher LaNeve to replace Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James Mingus.
Mingus has served less than two years and will continue duties while the nomination awaits Senate approval.
This move follows Hegseth's broader effort to reshape the Pentagon's leadership after a series of firings and reassignments.
The Pentagon faces scrutiny over Mingus's ouster, as Hegseth consolidates power and limits external influences.