The Pentagon is undertaking a sweeping leadership overhaul, with plans to reduce the ranks of senior military officers by a fifth as part of a broader effort to modernize the armed forces. Defense officials emphasize the move aims to streamline command structures and cut unnecessary bureaucracy amid evolving national security challenges. The shake-up follows years of criticism over bloated senior leadership and calls for greater efficiency in military operations. Details remain scarce, but the decision signals a major shift in how the U.S. approaches defense leadership.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says he’s firing 20% of the military’s generals and admirals.
