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Republican Senators Criticize Defense Secretary's Decisions
Key Republican senators are voicing concerns over a 20 percent reduction in the U.S. military’s general and admirals, saying they were blindsided by the decision and questioning the lack of consultation with Congress. The move has sparked debate about transparency and qualified officer retention.
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The Hill
Key Republican senators say they were blindsided by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s announced 20 percent reduction of the U.S. military’s general and admirals, and they're voicing concerns about the lack of consultation with Congress and the possibility that qualified senior officers were sacked fo
2026-10-05 10:00 UTC