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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed at least six one-star Army generals from a list of 18 officers selected for promotion to two-star rank.
🌍 GLOBALSep 3, 2026 04:04SRC: CLASH REPORT
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed at least six one-star Army generals from a list of 18 officers selected for promotion to two-star rank. Several were logistics officers, and officials said none were known to be under investigation or accused of wrongdoing. Hegseth has also blocked dozens of other senior military promotions, drawing concern from lawmakers in both parties. He says the decisions are legal and necessary to ensure the military has the right leadership. Source: NBC News
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