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Defense Secretary Ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. George

4/5/2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, requesting his immediate retirement.
In an email, George highlighted the importance of "courageous leaders of character" and expressed gratitude for his service.
George previously served as senior military assistant to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin during the Biden administration and became Army chief of staff in 2023.
Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed George's retirement and thanked him for his decades of service.
Gen. Christopher LaNeve will act as Army chief of staff following George's departure.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, requesting his immediate retirement.
In an email, George highlighted the importance of "courageous leaders of character" and expressed gratitude for his service.
George previously served as senior military assistant to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin during the Biden administration and became Army chief of staff in 2023.
Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed George's retirement and thanked him for his decades of service.
Gen. Christopher LaNeve will act as Army chief of staff following George's departure.