Pete Hegseth's Lonely War
The defense secretary has control of the Pentagon. But generals keep saying no, a Vance ally ran to Trump, and leaks won’t stop.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is waging a war against the Pentagon, according to reports. Driscoll, an Iraq veteran and Trump appointee, left the Army after a meeting with Hegseth and the President. Hegseth has removed senior officers and withheld promotions, aiming to break the disloyal establishment and restore the warrior ethos.
This has left the Pentagon lacking confirmed civilian leadership and commanders, raising concerns about trust among subordinates. Despite facing leaks, Hegseth retains Trump's endorsement and faces speculation about a presidential run.
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