Congress needs to put a stop to Pete Hegseth’s purges

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his critics agree on one thing: The Pentagon is in urgent need of transformation. The change he’s pursuing, however, is endangering that vital mission.

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Hegseth's removals of senior military officers and cuts to top ranks
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Hawaiitribune HeraldLean Left· 5d ago

Congress needs to put a stop to Pete Hegseth’s purges