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Defense Secretary Calls for Immediate Retirement of Army Chief

4/3/2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to retire immediately.
The move disrupts the typical four-year term to align the Army with United States President Donald Trump’s vision.
Gen. Randy George, a West Point graduate confirmed in 2023, was expected to serve until 2027.
Gen. Christopher LaNeve, vice chief of staff, is likely to be considered as his replacement.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to retire immediately.
The move disrupts the typical four-year term to align the Army with United States President Donald Trump’s vision.
Gen. Randy George, a West Point graduate confirmed in 2023, was expected to serve until 2027.
Gen. Christopher LaNeve, vice chief of staff, is likely to be considered as his replacement.